Philosophy and Religion

Mission:

How do we know the things we claim to know? What is ultimately real? What is
justice? Is there a God? These and other big questions make up philosophy.
While often thought to be matters of opinion only, philosophy enables students
to make some progress with ultimate questions. In addition to its intrinsic
interest, philosophy is also useful to all students for training in logical thinking,
argument analysis, and learning to think creatively and imaginatively about
complex questions. The Philosophy Area offers a variety of courses across the
range of such questions.

 

Degrees Offered:

Minor in Philosophy

 

Events:      Philosophy of Religion & Philosophical Theology Conference

                                                         October 4, 2008

                                                       Lincoln University

                                                  Jefferson City, Missouri

                Call for Papers: Papers are invited on any topic in the Philosophy
                of Western Religion or Philosophical Theology. Papers should be
                2,500-3,000 words in length. Papers must be submitted electronically
                in Word to Dr. Bruce Ballard (ballardb@lincolnu.edu) or Dr. Laurence 
                Rohrer (rohrerl@lincolnu.edu) no later than August 18, 2008.

                To register for the conference: Email Dr. Ballard or Dr. Rohrer at the
                address above with your contact information. Registration is free.
                The Conference is sponsored by the Lincoln University Philosophy
                Program. Check this site for updates.

Philosophy Faculty:

Dr. Bruce Ballard
Dr. Jeff Freelin
Dr. Laurence Rohrer

Religion Faculty:

Dr. Craig Fitzsimmons