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Philosophy (PHL)
245 Survey of World Religions
An introductory survey of the historical development, beliefs, symbols, and practices of ancient, Eastern, and Western religious traditions. Religions studied include animism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Judaism, Islam, East Asian traditions, and others, as well as the relationship of religion and culture and the concept of "religion" as a category of academic study. (3 credits) (Cross-listed as BTS 245)
340 Christian Ethics
This course outlines a biblical framework for approaching ethical questions and issues. It examines how the Church has addressed ethical questions at different times in history and how contemporary Christians can develop a biblically relevant approach to the issues of our day. Prerequisite: BTS 320. (3 credits) (Cross-listed as BTS 340)
354 American Philosophy
HIS 354 seeks to answer the question as to whether American intellectuals have offered a unique contribution to the history of philosophy. The course considers not only the important works of leading American thinkers from Jonathan Edwards to Richard Rorty, but also how social, economic, political, and cultural developments have shaped America’s philosophical ethos. Students will study the place of New England Theology under Jonathan Edwards, the iconoclasm of the Transcendentalists, and the post-Civil War development of Pragmatism from Charles Pierce and William James to Richard Rorty. (3 credits) (Cross-listed as HIS 345)
Political Science (POL)
201 American Government and Politics
This is a course in the organization and processes of American national government. It examines the contemporary socio-political culture, constitutional foundations, and major institutions and processes of American politics. (3 credits)
Psychology (PSY)
101 General Psychology
This course includes an overview of human development, personality, mental abilities, motivation and emotion, psychological disorders and treatment, and health psychology. These issues are viewed in the light of a biblical view of humans. (3 credits)
201 Psychology of Lifespan Development
This course provides an opportunity for the student to explore and evaluate both secular and Christian theories related to the study of human development and the self. The course will
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