Philosophy

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Armen T. Marsoobian
CHAIRPERSON
Engleman D 215A
(203) 392-6775 – Fax (203) 392-6779
marsoobiana1@SouthernCT.edu
Department Secretary: (203) 392-6777

Terrell W. Bynum, Professor
Eric Cavallero, Associate Professor
Ken W. Gatzke, Professor
Rex Gilliland, Associate Professor
Krystyna Gorniak-Kocikowska, Professor
Chelsea Harry, Associate Professor
Heidi Lockwood, Associate Professor
Armen T. Marsoobian, Professor
David Pettigrew, Professor
Sarah Roe, Assistant Professor
Richard Volkman, Professor
Xiaomei Yang, Professor

MAJOR IN PHILOSOPHY

Bachelor of Arts degree, the major in philosophy includes courses in the history of philosophy, logic, recent or contemporary philosophy

The student's major may embody one of several possibilities; for example, a historical emphasis, an applied philosophy focus, a problems approach. Fulfilling whatever pattern a student selects will be under the guidance of a departmental adviser.

If prerequisites are lacking, permission to take a course may be requested of the department. Study of special topics related to the chosen pattern of courses or topics of interest not covered by course offerings may be accomplished by means of independent study (PHI 499).

Students may not count more than 6 credits toward the philosophy major from among the following courses: PHI 207, 208, 301, 302, 303, and 403. Students are strongly advised to complete a year of European history early in their program. For those contemplating graduate study in philosophy, a second foreign language is recommended.

MINOR IN PHILOSOPHY

The minor consists of 18 credits, selected with the advice of the department. Not more than 6 credits may be taken at the 100 level, and at least 6 credits must be taken at the 300 and/or 400 levels. PHI 296 and 306 are required. The philosophy seminar, which is optional for minors, may be taken only with the consent of the department. Students may count not more than three credits toward the minor from among the following courses: PHI 207, 208, 301, 302, 303, and 403.

MINOR IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES

(See Religious Studies)

PHILOSOPHY COURSES

Philosophy courses are offered according to a rotation scheme which may be obtained at the Philosophy Department office.