Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 26790

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being
     Writing in the Discipline

  Bryce Evans

This course provides a critical investigation into the quest for meaning and happiness as found in the Catholic tradition. Beginning with fundamental Catholic claims about what it means to be a human being, this course explores the call to beatitude in materials from several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, literature, and art, as well as ancient, medieval, and contemporary sources. Topics explored include a consideration of human persons in relation to divine persons, the supernatural end to human life, the human person as experiencing desire and suffering, the Christian paradox that joy may be found in the giving of one's self, and the search for happiness through friendship and love. Through all these topics, the course particularly examines the question, "What is the specifically unique character of Christian happiness?"

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 29035

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being
     Writing in the Discipline

  David Foote

This course provides a critical investigation into the quest for meaning and happiness as found in the Catholic tradition. Beginning with fundamental Catholic claims about what it means to be a human being, this course explores the call to beatitude in materials from several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, literature, and art, as well as ancient, medieval, and contemporary sources. Topics explored include a consideration of human persons in relation to divine persons, the supernatural end to human life, the human person as experiencing desire and suffering, the Christian paradox that joy may be found in the giving of one's self, and the search for happiness through friendship and love. Through all these topics, the course particularly examines the question, "What is the specifically unique character of Christian happiness?"

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 27568

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Robert Kennedy

This course explores from an interdisciplinary perspective the history of the Catholic Church as it interacts with the secular world and is shaped by its dominant personalities and events. No other institution in history has survived, and flourished, for so long and in the face of so many challenges. This course will critically reflect upon the history of the Church, from its origins in the Apostolic Age to the modern period, as a series of cycles with a common pattern of creativity, achievement, and retreat. Students may expect to complete the course with an awareness and understanding of the major personalities and events, secular and ecclesial, that have shaped the life of the Church.

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 29037

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Facilities & Design Center 317

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Faith/Catholic Trad

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Diversity/Soc Just AND Integ/Humanities
     

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Michael Naughton, Deb Besser

This course provides an investigation into the ways in which Catholicism is inherently social and ecclesial. Its specific focus is on the Christian engagement with the world. The course's framework will be taken from the analysis of society into three spheres of action (culture, politics, and economics) as described in Centesimus annus. We will examine the ways that Revelation, the sacramental life, and the teachings of the Church call Catholics to seek holiness and to witness to their faith in the world. Specific topics may include social and economic justice, politics and public policy, lay and religious apostolates, education, and marriage and family. Course materials may include resources from philosophy, theology, history, economics, and political science.

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 27909

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Faith/Catholic Trad

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Robert Kennedy

This course provides an investigation into the ways in which Catholicism is inherently social and ecclesial. Its specific focus is on the Christian engagement with the world. The course's framework will be taken from the analysis of society into three spheres of action (culture, politics, and economics) as described in Centesimus annus. We will examine the ways that Revelation, the sacramental life, and the teachings of the Church call Catholics to seek holiness and to witness to their faith in the world. Specific topics may include social and economic justice, politics and public policy, lay and religious apostolates, education, and marriage and family. Course materials may include resources from philosophy, theology, history, economics, and political science.

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 29036

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

  Billy Junker

This interdisciplinary Catholic Studies/literature course explores Dante Alighierl's Divine Comedy in its literary, historical, theological, religious, political, and linguistic contexts. The course studies in critical detail the complete text of the Commedia in English as well as portions of related works such as Dante's La Vita Nuova. Throughout the course, particular attention will be paid to the Divine Comedy's Catholic Christian themes.

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 27675

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

David Deavel

John Henry Newman has been called, somewhat misleadingly, the father of the Second Vatican Council. According to Jarsoslav Pelikan, "(n)ot only to his latter day disciples, ...but to many of those who have drawn other conclusions from his insights, John Henry Newman has become the most important theological thinker of modern times." T.S. Eliot had insisted that he is one of the two most eloquent sermon writers in the English language. Pope Benedict XVI stressed his importance as the theologian of conscience when he presided at his beatification in England. In this course we will examine not only Cardinal Newman's most important theological works focusing on the development of doctrine and the role of conscience in relation to Church authority, but also his philosophical works addressing the relations of faith and reason, his work on university education and selected poetry, meditations and devotions, and sermons.

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 27620

In Person | Topics Lecture 1

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

David Deavel

Course description: Much of what is called apocalyptic fiction and film does not live up to its name. Apocalyptic literature is not just about the end of the world but how these events reveal the truth about both this world and the world beyond. In this course we will look at the biblical depictions of the end of the world as well as Catholic doctrinal sources on the end times. We will then look at how three Catholic apocalyptic tales spread out over a century treat apocalyptic scenarios: Robert Hugh Benson’s The Lord of the World (1907), Walter M. Miller, Jr.’s A Canticle for Leibowitz (1959), and Michael O’Brien’s Father Elijah (1996). 2 Credits.

2 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (Grad) (CSMA)

CRN: 29415

Hyflex: Flexible Learning | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

David Deavel

Called by the Church historian, Jaroslav Pelikan, “the most important theological thinker of modern times,” Cardinal Newman is perhaps best known for his work on university education. His most significant intellectual work, however, was in the area of development of doctrine, the relations of faith and reason, and the role of authority and conscience in the life of the Church. This course considers the contemporary relevance of Newman’s thought in each of these areas and examines his sermons and devotional writings, works which led T. S. Eliot to refer to Newman as one of the two greatest homilists in the English language.

3 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (Grad) (CSMA)

CRN: 29412

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall B10

  Robert Kennedy

In some regards the 13th century was a barbarous age, pre-scientific and sometimes superstitious, torn by conflicts and wars. At the same time it was an era of magnificent intellectual and cultural achievement, a time in which cathedrals were built and universities founded. St Thomas Aquinas (1224-1274) was a man of his time but his work, like that of many of his contemporaries, transcended his century. Today Thomas is remembered principally for his Summa theologiae, the textbook on theology that he wrote for beginning students and for his numerous careful commentaries on the work of Aristotle, the Greek philosopher. Even so, as important as the Summa is, about a third of Thomas’s extant work consists of commentaries on Scripture. Another major portion of his work, much neglected, consists of efforts to defend the teachings of Catholicism against its critics, both internal and external. The focus of this course will be to explore critical elements of Thomas’s thinking as a theologian in three general areas: systematic theology, biblical commentary, and apologetics.

3 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (Grad) (CSMA)

CRN: 29381

Hyflex: Flexible Learning | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

  David Foote

The development of modern Western culture is often described as a steady process of “secularization,” in which a distinctively Christian vision of reality inexorably recedes, leaving in its wake a “disenchanted” but presumptively real world best described by the natural sciences, or an exclusively naturalistic philosophy, with no place for God or the transcendent. Drawing on the recent work of Catholic philosopher Charles Taylor (A Secular Age, 2007) and others, this course examines recent challenges to this “master narrative” of a secularized modernity. How did this narrative come to achieve the status of unquestioned truth? How might we tell the story of modernity in a way that does not foreclose the reality of God and transcendence, but is also more than nostalgia for an imagined past? Recent debates over the coherence of “secularization” narratives provide the occasion for rediscovering the richness of the Catholic intellectual tradition as a vantage point from which to engage and critique modern culture.

3 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (Grad) (CSMA)

CRN: 29416

Hyflex: Flexible Learning | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

  Michael Naughton

The heart of any culture, as well as its continuity, can be found in its educational tradition, the distillation for the next generation of its highest ideals and most important truths. For the West this began with the Greeks, who set in place, some five centuries before Christ, the main aspects of a tradition that lasted, with significant developments, up until very recent times. This course will trace that tradition, using both primary and secondary source material, and will include: its origins in fifth-century BC Greece; its universalization during the Hellenistic period; its encounter with Christianity in the Patristic era; its Christian instantiation under the Carolingian Empire; the great Medieval educational synthesis and the rise of the University; the development of Renaissance humanism and the Ratio Studiorum of the Jesuits; Newman’s classic expression of the tradition in The Idea of a University; and the great challenge to that tradition and change that has taken place during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

3 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (Grad) (CSMA)

CRN: 29383

CoFlex:In Person&Online Sync | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

  Billy Junker

In this course, we will read and discuss Dante's masterpiece, The Divine Comedy. While we will situate the poem in history and will pay close attention to the poem's engagement with political and theological controversies, our main task will be to attend to the language, structure, and imagery of Dante's poem itself.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 29469

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Pietro Rossotti

Provides an in-depth scriptural and historical examination of the mystery of the Church. Students will explore the historical origins of contemporary issues in ecclesiology such as universal salvation, christian unity, authority, and collegiality, the role of laity, and infallibility. Additional topics include the mission, membership and ministries of the Catholic church in the world, and its relationship to other churches. Prerequisite: DVDT 501.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 28620

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Mark McInroy

This course examines the principles that inform a Catholic understanding of the human person including: the revealed truths of creation, sin, grace, justification, merit, and final glory. Questions regarding the relationship between natural and supernatural ends, and between man's supernatural vocation and his role in the world are addressed. Special attention is given to how such content informs lay pastoral leadership and effective ministry.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 26863

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 306

  John Froula

Traces the development of the expression of christological faith from the New Testament and Patristic writings and through the ecumenical councils. Through selected readings, class discussion, reflection, and research, students will deepen their understanding of Jesus of Nazareth as the Christ of God, and gain an appreciation of the soteriological significance of christology in contemporary thought and in pastoral ministry.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 27424

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  Christian Washburn

This course examines the origins and meaning of human existence from the perspectives of creation, original sin, grace, and redemption in Jesus Christ. The course focuses on the unity and dignity of the human person created in the image of God, the relationship between grace and freedom, and the relationship between each person's supernatural vocation and role in the world.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 29468

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  John Froula

The course will examine the method, thought, and personality of Aquinas as well as the historical context and contemporary relevance of his work. This course emphasizes careful reading of selected texts of the Prima secundae of the Summa Theologiae.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 29465

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 102

  Philip Rolnick

This course will explore the theology and literature of C. S. Lewis. It will focus on his literary works, especially, but not exclusively, on his fiction. The course may also include some critical works, both Lewis’s as well as others’ work about Lewis. In addition, numerous biblical passages will be examined, including the parables of Jesus, that likely influenced Lewis's work. The course’s primary concern will be the vital theological issues raised by Lewis’s literary work. Additionally, related historical, philosophical, moral, educational, and global issues will be considered.

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 29833

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 102

  Christian Washburn

3 Credits

Subject: Dogmatic Theology (Div.) (DVDT)

CRN: 27160

Dissertation/Thesis

St Paul: No Room

  Kenneth Snyder

0 Credits

Subject: Historical Studies (Div.) (DVHS)

CRN: 26864

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 311

  Kenneth Snyder

Examines the history of Christianity from the fifteenth century to the present time, surveying the Prostestant and Catholic Reformations and developments in worldwide Christianity through the modern era with particular emphasis events within the Catholic Church in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Prerequisite: DVHS 501

3 Credits

Subject: Historical Studies (Div.) (DVHS)

CRN: 27031

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Bernard Carpenter

Explores religious life and thought in the United States primarily among Protestants and Catholics. The course introduces religious pluralism, church-state relations, revivalism, fundamentalism, ethnicity and religion, the emergence of the African-American churches, selected American theologians, social justice, bigotry and anti-Semitism, as well as ecumenism and inter-faith relationships, civil religion, and the quest for religious identity. Prerequisite: One M.A.T. core course or permission of instructor.

3 Credits

Subject: Historical Studies (Div.) (DVHS)

CRN: 29473

Hyflex: Flexible Learning | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

  Michael Naughton

This course introduces students to the origins and philosophical principles that have defined the mission and purpose of Western and Catholic education, both in approach and content, over the course of history from Classical Greece to present day United States. Reading the key texts that have shaped the course of educational history, students will investigate when and why Catholic education has diverged from modern philosophies of education. Additionally, the course examines the historic and current role of the Catholic school in society and within the Church through a careful reading and discussion of Church documents on education. Prerequisite: DVPT 575

3 Credits

Subject: Language Studies (Div.) (DVLS)

CRN: 29464

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 102

  Fr. John Gallas

Focuses on texts from the Catholic theological and doctrinal tradition, as well as contemporary Latin texts from Roman congregations. Starting with the Vulgate level of mastery, students will continue to broaden their vocabulary and reading skills of ecclesiastical Latin. Prerequisite: DVLS 421 or the ability to read the Vulgate.

3 Credits

Subject: Moral Theology (Div.) (DVMT)

CRN: 29471

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Christopher Thompson, Jason Adkins

This course introduces the fundamental principles of Catholic moral theology and Catholic social teaching. Special attention is given to the sources of morality, moral decision-making, the natural law tradition, and conscience formation. These elements form the basis for an overview of the major themes of Catholic social teaching as reflected in Sacred Scripture,papal encyclicals, and other church documents. Students will have an opportunity to apply their learning to selected issues that arise in the context of pastoral leadership.

3 Credits

Subject: Moral Theology (Div.) (DVMT)

CRN: 29472

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Arthur Hippler

This course introduces the fundamental principles of Catholic moral theology and Catholic social teaching. Special attention is given to the sources of morality, moral decision-making, the natural law tradition, and conscience formation. These elements form the basis for an overview of the major themes of Catholic social teaching as reflected in Sacred Scripture,papal encyclicals, and other church documents. Students will have an opportunity to apply their learning to selected issues that arise in the context of pastoral leadership.

3 Credits

Subject: Moral Theology (Div.) (DVMT)

CRN: 27425

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  John Floeder

Presents a historical and systematic inquiry to the origins and development of contemporary church doctrine in the areas of sex and marriage. The course examines the current debate over questions of sexuality in light of traditional sources, norms, and methods of Catholic moral theology. Prerequisite: DVMT 601

3 Credits

Subject: Moral Theology (Div.) (DVMT)

CRN: 27558

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 104

  Steven Rohlfs

This course presents essential Catholic theological principles that inform the Church’s teachings on issues of biomedical morality. Students examine the major documents relevant to the field and consider how to apply them in a pastorally effective manner. Prerequisite: DVMT 601 or DVMT 602.

3 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (Div.) (DVPH)

CRN: 26862

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 102

  Pietro Rossotti

This course will investigate several major schools of philosophy within the Western tradition from the 19th and 20th centuries and how they have impacted contemporary thought and culture. In particular, we will consider the influence of the romantic period, existentialism, postmodernism, Neo-Thomism, and phenomenology. There will be a special focus on the Neo-Thomist revival that ensued after the promulgation of Pope Leo XIII’s encyclical, Aeterni Patris, in 1879. Finally, we also will consider briefly the contours of Analytic Philosophy in contrast to Continental Philosophy.

3 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (Div.) (DVPH)

CRN: 29461

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 104

  W. Matthews Grant

3 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 26865

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 110

  Michael Skluzacek

Provides the opportunity to continue developing pastoral care skills according to the Roman Catholic tradition. Gives the student a foundation for Ctholic sacramental care of the sick; teaches listening skills; and prepares for a hospital mnistry program such as CPE (DVPT 508), SPM (DVPT 509), or another one as directed. In the Teaching Parish the student continues to meet with the Committee; does theological reflections; attends Sunday liturgies and participates in parish life; may begin visiting the homebound, nursing homes, or hospitals; and in conjunction with the Supervisor may assist with funeral preparation, wake services, and funeral liturgies. Prerequisitie: DVPT 500

1 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 26866

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 110

  Joseph Michalak

Provides an overview of the context of ministry in the United States, with special attention given to the dioceses of the students in the class. The course assesses the importance of culture in relation to evangelization, presents a beginning understanding of the theology of ministry, and distinguishes between the role of priests and lay ecclesial ministers. It also examines the multicultural fabric of the church and the diverse groups to be served, the organization and pastoral leadership of American parishes, and the value of collaboration among various church ministers.

2 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 26868

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  Michael Skluzacek

Applies the theory of the Rite of Christian Initation of Adults that is being studied in the classroom to the parish setting. Students are involved in weekly meetings of catechumens, candidates, and sponsors and participate in rites during Lent, the Triduum, and the Mystagogia. In the classroom the students examine how various parishes approach the RCIA in rural, urban and suburban settings. The students focus on RCIA in theological reflections with the pastor and teaching parish committee, at Sunday liturgies, and within the parish life of the community. Prerequisite: DVPT 600

1 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 29474

Online: Asynchronous | Lecture

Online

  Kevin Ferdinandt

In this course, each student is paired with an experienced Catholic school leader who will provide on-site mentorship to the student at a Catholic school throughout the academic year. This course allows students to apply the theoretical principles and strategies of Catholic school leadership presented in their coursework to real situations in the Catholic school in order to increase the effectiveness of their practice as a Catholic school leader. Students are able to gain valuable experience in the Catholic school and immediate support for this demanding role. Periodic online class meetings provide an opportunity for students to reflect on their experiences, challenges, and goals in light of the mentorship experience. Prerequisite: DVPT 575

1 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 27709

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Michael Van Sloun

Treats the prescriptions of the 1983 "Code of Canon Law" governing the acquisition, ownership, administration, and alienation of church property, personnel policies of various dioceses and parishes, personnel management, and collaborative leadership skills. Prerequisite: DVPT 602

2 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 27559

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 108

  Father Michael Monshau

This course expands on methods of preparation and delivery essential for homiletcs, focusing on the preaching that accompanies baptisms, weddings, and funerals. Attention is given to preaching with ecumenical sensitivity and special occasions such as times of communal crises.

2 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 26974

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 108

  Michael Skluzacek

Examines leadership roles and means to promote advocacy and outreach in the parish, local, regional and global communities by presiding at liturgies, attending parish meetings, Deanery meetings, ecumenical gatherings and diocesan meetings, and by participating in local and city gatherings that deal with social justic issues. When possible, preparation for baptisms and marriage occur in the parish. In the seminar, the students will draw up job descriptions for pastors and associates, analyze the systems within which parishes exist to discover means of working toward justice, and examine their own leadership styles in view of the rural, urban, and suburban church. With the pastor/supervisor and the teaching parish committee, the student continues discussions of liturgical, educational and spiritual leadership. Prerequisite: DVPT 740

1 Credits

Subject: Pastoral Theology (Div.) (DVPT)

CRN: 27708

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Michael Skluzacek

The capstone seminar guides seminarians in a final review of their theological formation for future pastoral practice. The course utilizes case studies and assessment instruments to hone practical skills necessary for priestly ministry.

2 Credits

Subject: Sacred Scripture (Div.) (DVSS)

CRN: 26861

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 104

  Christopher Collins

Surveys the books of the New Testament, addressing general history, geography, and theological themes. The course examines how the first Christians used the Old Testament to interpret the meaning of Jesus Christ. Students will apply the various methods of literary analysis to interpret the Word of God as presented in the New Testament Gospels and letters.

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Scripture (Div.) (DVSS)

CRN: 26867

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 108

  Fr. Kevin Zilverberg

Explores the New Testament through the study of the Synoptic Gospels. Using the Gospel of St. Matthew as the standard all three Synoptic Gosples are examined, as well as theological themes appropriate to each evangelist. The course emphasizes the continuity of divine revelation within Sacred Scripture and the Tradition of the Church. Issues related to hermeneutics and pastoral minsitry are integrated into the exegetical study of the Synoptic Gospels. Prerequisite: DVSS 201 or equivalent.

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Scripture (Div.) (DVSS)

CRN: 26871

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  Kristen Grant

Introduces students to the Pauline letters. Preference is given to the following: 1 Thessalonians, Galatians, Philippians, Philemon, 1 and 2 Corinthians, and Romans. The course examines Paul's life, the letter genre, and major themes of the letters. The course may also include the deutero-Pauline letters to show the ways in which the Pauline traditions continued within the primitive church. Prerequisite: DVSS 521 or DVSS 530

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Scripture (Div.) (DVSS)

CRN: 27560

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 108

  Fr. Kevin Zilverberg

Introduces students to the literary prophets and the role of prophetic traditions in Judeo-Christian thought. Students exegete selected passages. Prerequisite: DVSS 511, DVSS 521, DVSS 525 or DVSS 530

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Scripture (Div.) (DVSS)

CRN: 29470

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  Paul Niskanen

Introduces students to the literary prophets and the role of prophetic traditions in Judeo-Christian thought. Students exegete selected passages. Prerequisite: DVSS 511, DVSS 521, DVSS 525 or DVSS 530

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Theology (Div.) (DVST)

CRN: 27289

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 108

  Father Michael Monshau

Introduces the basic concepts, categories, questions, and topics that form the basis for the sacramental theology and liturgy curriculum. The course examines the Church's sacraments and liturgy as influenced by biblical studies, cultural anthropology, liturgical history, phenomenology and contemporary theology, and related doctrinal issues. It includes voice training for liturgical participation and leadership.

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Theology (Div.) (DVST)

CRN: 27561

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  Fr. John Gallas

Examines the theological meaning of Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist as initiatory rites and of Penance as sacramental reconciliation, so that the students will be prepared to enrich the contemporary Church with pastoral action formed by the Tradition. Prerequisite: DVST 601

3 Credits

Subject: Sacred Theology (Div.) (DVST)

CRN: 26869

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 101

  Byron Hagan

Examine the theology of Holy Orders from systematic and historical perspecitves. The sacrament will be situated within the larger ecclesiological and Eucharistic contexts of ministry, and will be distinguished from the universal priesthood of the baptized.

2 Credits

Subject: Sacred Theology (Div.) (DVST)

CRN: 26870

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 108

  Stephen Gideon, David Jenkins

Applies liturgical and pastoral principles in the celebration of the Church's rites, especially the baptism of infants and adults, funerals, marriage, penance, anointing of the sick, and worship of the Eucharist outside Mass. Laboratory sessions provide practice in preparation for and celebration of these rites, including the musical aspects and evaluation of their celebration

2 Credits

Subject: Sacred Theology (Div.) (DVST)

CRN: 26872

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

  Stephen Gideon, David Jenkins

Provides the information and guided practice necessary for the proper exercise of the role of presider at the Eucharist and at the sacrament of penance, using classroom instruction, laboratory sessions, videotaping and individual and classroom critique. The course prepares participants for the pastoral implementation of liturgical and canonical legislation related to the celebration of liturgy, leading to the canonical examination. Includes a practicum in presidential chants and liturgy preparation. Prerequisite: DVST 709

2 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 27152

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 206

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Human Diversity

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Cultural, Social Transf
     Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
     FYE Social Justice
     Sustainability (SUST)
     Writing to learn

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Obasesam Okoi

Major aspects of world and local conflict, theories of social science relating to conflict and violence, and various proposals for solutions. Among the aspects of conflict studied are cultural differences, scarcity of resources, economic and social structures, international trade, the arms race, corruption, oppression and war. Proposed solutions assessed include development, structural changes, world governance, multinational agencies, military power, civilian-based defense, active nonviolence for social change, conflict resolution, disarmament, cultural exchange, religious revival and prayer. These topics are considered in the light of theory, history, and literature. Students apply these concepts by investigating one country or geographic area in depth through a semester long research project. Usually offered every semester.

4 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 27689

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 202

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Human Diversity

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Cultural, Social Transf
     Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
     FYE Social Justice
     Sustainability (SUST)
     Writing to learn

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Obasesam Okoi

Major aspects of world and local conflict, theories of social science relating to conflict and violence, and various proposals for solutions. Among the aspects of conflict studied are cultural differences, scarcity of resources, economic and social structures, international trade, the arms race, corruption, oppression and war. Proposed solutions assessed include development, structural changes, world governance, multinational agencies, military power, civilian-based defense, active nonviolence for social change, conflict resolution, disarmament, cultural exchange, religious revival and prayer. These topics are considered in the light of theory, history, and literature. Students apply these concepts by investigating one country or geographic area in depth through a semester long research project. Usually offered every semester.

4 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 26791

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 210

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Diversity/Soc Just AND Integ/Humanities
     

Other Requirements Met:
     Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
     FYE Cultural, Social Transf
     Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
     FYE Social Justice
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Amy Finnegan

Active nonviolence as a means for societal defense and social transformation analyzed through case studies of actual nonviolent movements, examining their political philosophy and how this philosophy is reflected in their methods and strategies. Examples of possible case studies include: Mahatma Gandhi's movement for a free India, Danish resistance to Nazi occupation, the struggle for interracial justice in the United State, an integrated Canada-to-Cuba peace-and-freedom walk, the campaign to close the U.S. Army School of the Americas (WHINSEC), fair trade movements, and the Honeywell Project. The course emphasizes the theory and active practice of nonviolence as well as oral histories of successful nonviolent movements. Usually offered every semester.

4 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 27063

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 206

Requirements Met:
     Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
     Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
     CommGood/Community-Engaged
     Writing in the Discipline

  Obasesam Okoi

In this class students will investigate how and why particular policies are developed, proposed, adopted, and implemented; will explore how social values shape and impact public policies; and will learn how to frame issues in ways that allow for more effective advocacy. The class will examine the relative power of diverse corporate and non-profit sectors in influencing policy debates and outcomes, including the role of think tanks. Students will analyze the limitations and strengths of diverse approaches to advocacy ranging from third-party appeals and solidarity efforts to elite decision makers, as well as the prospects for a politics of agency rooted in citizen-centered politics in which people mobilize to meet the needs of their communities. The course will integrate basic theory, interaction with public policy analysts and advocates, personal experience in persuasive advocacy, and case studies focused on issues such as climate change, economic inequality, land-food-hunger, and approaches to health care. Assignments will introduce students to various tools for persuasive advocacy and allow them to develop skill sets for using them.

4 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 28330

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 204

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Diversity/Soc Just

Other Requirements Met:
     Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
     Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Amy Finnegan

An introduction to issues surrounding conflict and the resolution of conflict in today's world focusing primarily on its contextual manifestation at the international, regional and intrastate levels. The course will explore important structural, social and psychological explanations of conflict. Attention will be given to ethnic and nationalist themes surrounding conflicts and their resolution at the intrastate and international levels. The course will examine how different types of intervention affect conflicts (the media, force, other types of third party intervention). Effective methods that foster an environment conducive to resolving or managing disputes will be studied. As part of the final task, the course will critically study how institutions such as power-sharing arrangements, federalism, and the rule of law figure into establishing a lasting basis for peaceful co-existence. For Justice and Peace Studies majors doing a concentration in Conflict Transformation, the course will complement JPST 370 Conflict Mediation, but there are no prerequisites and the course is open to students in other majors.

4 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 26756

In Person | No Classroom Required

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 211

  Amy Finnegan

Students are required to take this seminar during the semester they are doing an internship of 7-10 hrs/wk. The seminar meets three times (at the beginning, middle, and end of the semester), to provide opportunities for those engaged in individual placements to get peer support for their discernment process. At its core is a reflective process designed to lead students to: a deeper understanding of the practical means of working for social change; an evaluation of their internship experience (both in terms of gaining a deeper understanding of their own vocation and a better understanding of the type of institutions they are working with); and applying these insights to future course work and career planning.

0 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27987

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 106

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being
     FYE Social Justice
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Tim Pawl

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27988

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 201

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Stephen Laumakis

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27989

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  David Clemenson

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27990

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  David Clemenson

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27991

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 108

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Cultural, Social Transf
     FYE Social Justice

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Catherine Deavel

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27992

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 108

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Cultural, Social Transf
     FYE Social Justice

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Catherine Deavel

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27993

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 401

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Peter Distelzweig

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27994

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 401

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Peter Distelzweig

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27995

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 201

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Stephen Heaney

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28595

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 247

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Stephen Heaney

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28643

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 247

Online

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Michael Rota

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28732

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 247

Online

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Michael Rota

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28735

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center LL01

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Joshua Stuchlik

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28737

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 126

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Erik Pedersen

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28738

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 247

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Enviro Sustainability
     Sustainability (SUST)
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Thomas Feeney

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28740

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center LL62

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Chris Toner

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 28741

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center LL62

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Chris Toner

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 29078

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 201

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Matthew Kent

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27985

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 222

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     Honors Course
     FYE Human Well-Being

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Michael Rota

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27984

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 106

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     Honors Course
     FYE Human Well-Being
     FYE Social Justice
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Tim Pawl

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27986

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 201

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     Honors Course
     FYE Human Well-Being
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Stephen Laumakis

Using philosophical methodology, and with substantial attention to Catholic intellectual tradition, this course enquires into the foundations of ethics, including how our conception of the human person affects our understanding of the moral life. It considers also the question of the rationality of belief in God and the difference (if any) God makes to our understanding of the person and the good. In addressing these topics, the course develops and applies basic logic skills, introduced as an essential part of philosophical method and an indispensable tool of critical thinking.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27680

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     Class, Civilization Major Appr
     Class. Civilization Minor Appr

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Catherine Deavel

Alfred North Whitehead famously claimed that “[t]he safest general characterization of the European philosophical tradition is that it consists of a series of footnotes to Plato.” Plato and Aristotle set the stage for nearly all of the philosophical systems—and battles—that come after them. We will work through texts of the Pre-Socratics, Plato, and Aristotle with a careful eye to their points of agreement and disagreement. These philosophers are searching for a comprehensive and rigorous understanding of reality, including the nature of human beings. Accordingly, the ancient Greeks turn their attention to a wide array of topics, such as metaphysics, physics, biology, politics, ethics, astronomy, and theology. We will give special attention to the development of substance metaphysics. Prerequisites: PHIL 110 or 115 or 197.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 29831

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 317

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Andy Jaspers

An investigation of major philosophical problems in their medieval context. Possible topics include: faith and reason, free will, the role of authority, and the existence of God. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or PHIL 115.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27979

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 201

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Gloria Frost

In this course, we will read and analyze a representative sample of texts composed between the late 300's and early 1300's by authors such as Augustine, Anselm, and Aquinas. We will focus primarily on Christian authors, but will also read Islamic and Jewish philosophers. We will study many of the defining philosophical issues of the medieval period, such as the problem of universals, arguments for God’s existence, and the eternity of the world. We will pay particular attention to the differing conceptions of the relationship between faith and reason, which was one of the central themes permeating medieval philosophy. The diversity of positions that we will encounter on these issues, and others, will bring us into the lively intellectual debate that took place in the middle ages. Prerequisites: PHIL 110 or 115 or 197.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27980

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 231

2020 Core Requirements Met:
      Phil/Theo

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing Intensive

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Gloria Frost

In this course, we will read and analyze a representative sample of texts composed between the late 300's and early 1300's by authors such as Augustine, Anselm, and Aquinas. We will focus primarily on Christian authors, but will also read Islamic and Jewish philosophers. We will study many of the defining philosophical issues of the medieval period, such as the problem of universals, arguments for God’s existence, and the eternity of the world. We will pay particular attention to the differing conceptions of the relationship between faith and reason, which was one of the central themes permeating medieval philosophy. The diversity of positions that we will encounter on these issues, and others, will bring us into the lively intellectual debate that took place in the middle ages. Prerequisites: PHIL 110 or 115 or 197.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 26699

Online: Asynchronous | Lecture

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing to learn

  Rose Mary Lemmons

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27490

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 317

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing to learn

  Rose Mary Lemmons

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27358

Online: Asynchronous | Lecture

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing to learn

  Rose Mary Lemmons

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27361

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center LL62

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

  Stephen Heaney

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27277

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 247

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

  Michael Winter

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27359

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 246

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing Intensive

  John Kronen

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27278

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 246

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

Other Requirements Met:
     Writing Intensive

  John Kronen

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27625

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

  Mathew Lu

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27279

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 414

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

  Mathew Lu

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27360

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

  Mathew Lu

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 29826

Online: Asynchronous | Lecture

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Moral/Phil Reasoning

  Michael Winter

An inquiry into the rational foundations and methods of ethics, with attention to the application of ethical principles to areas of personal conduct, institutional behavior and public policy, and diversity within and across cultures. Prerequisite: PHIL 110 or 115. NOTE: Students who receive credit for PHIL 214 may not receive credit for PHIL 215.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 26701

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 201

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Sandra Menssen

This course provides students with skills for identifying, analyzing, and evaluating the sorts of reasoning encountered in natural language. Emphasis will be placed on attaining facility with different formal systems for representing and evaluating arguments - including propositional logic, Aristotelian syllogistic, and first-order predicate calculus - as well as on acquiring the ability to apply these systems in the analysis and evaluation of arguments in ordinary and philosophical discourse. Prerequisites: PHIL 110 or 115 or 197.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 26702

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 246

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Jonathan Stoltz

This course provides students with skills for identifying, analyzing, and evaluating the sorts of reasoning encountered in natural language. Emphasis will be placed on attaining facility with different formal systems for representing and evaluating arguments - including propositional logic, Aristotelian syllogistic, and first-order predicate calculus - as well as on acquiring the ability to apply these systems in the analysis and evaluation of arguments in ordinary and philosophical discourse. Prerequisites: PHIL 110 or 115 or 197.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 27627

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 246

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Jonathan Stoltz

This course provides students with skills for identifying, analyzing, and evaluating the sorts of reasoning encountered in natural language. Emphasis will be placed on attaining facility with different formal systems for representing and evaluating arguments - including propositional logic, Aristotelian syllogistic, and first-order predicate calculus - as well as on acquiring the ability to apply these systems in the analysis and evaluation of arguments in ordinary and philosophical discourse. Prerequisites: PHIL 110 or 115 or 197.

4 Credits

Subject: Philosophy (PHIL)

CRN: 29074

In Person | Lecture