Philosophy & Religion
Both philosophy and religion are concerned with the fundamental human questions, as well as the traditions to which they are attached. The Department of Philosophy and Religion is committed to creating an environment of dialogical inquiry both in and outside the disciplinary context. Areas of investigation include but are not limited to questions regarding the meaning of life, the ability to live ethically, and the human quest for the sacred. These concerns form the core of liberal arts education. The department maintains a major and a minor, but also offers a wide range of courses in the disciplines of philosophy and religious studies accessible to students of many interests.
Department News
- Spring 2012 course offerings are now available. Click here to see what we're offering next semester.
-The department would like to welcome its newest tenure track member, Lucian Stone. Dr. Stone is a specialist in Islamic philosophy. Learn more about him here.
-Dr. David Lawrence will be on sabbatical for the 2011-2012 academic year. He has received a Fulbright award and will be teaching and researching in India. Congratulations Dr. Lawrence.
-The department would also like to welcome Dr. Martin Gottschalk who has agreed to be chair for two years. Dr. Gottschalk is an Associate Professor in the UND Department of Criminal Justice.