Philosophy Minor
The Philosophy program at Hardin-Simmons University seeks to contribute to the liberal arts education of students by developing analytical and critical thinking, broadening perspectives, and encouraging the pursuit of knowledge and truth in all areas of life. This involves exploring the perennial questions (and preeminent answers) that humans encounter in contemplating existence and seeking to live wisely. Underlying these goals is the aim to help students develop their own philosophical approach within a trustworthy world-view, together with an awareness of the relevance of philosophy to the fundamental methodology and perspectives of other disciplines.
Program Contact
Dr. Bryan Yorton
Associate Professor and Director of Philosophy Bryan.D.Yorton@hsutx.edu 325-670-5864Majors
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Minors
- Philosophy Minor (B.A., B.B.S.)
Why study Philosophy at HSU?
Exposure
Our program provides extensive exposure to a rich diversity of intellectual and cultural perspectives and traditions difficult to come by elsewhere. This exposure is complemented by training not only in the exposition of existing material, but also in the active, creative production of theories and critical assessments.
Synthesis
HSU’s Philosophy program offers a meaningful interdisciplinary synthesis. Take philosophy and suddenly you are better equipped to appreciate and engage other discourses – science, aesthetics, literature, psychology, religion, theology, ethics, etc.
Reflection
Our program encourages serious, practical, self-reflection. It provides the conceptual tools to grapple with personally-relevant worldview questions and transcend cultural boundaries to assess globally relevant problems in a systematic and comprehensive way found in no other discipline.
