Faculty (EXPIRED)

The Philosophy program provides students with a thorough understanding of philosophy grounded in the Liberal Arts tradition, emphasizing the articulation of a self-reflective and critical mode of thinking, and stimulates Christians to engage philosophical traditions for integration of faith and learning. The program is intrinsically interdisciplinary in nature and enables students to actively engage in study across the disciplines of the university from a variety of theological, cultural, and historical perspectives. The key role of teaching general education philosophy courses enables a broad range of students to engage in core questions of humanity whether or not majoring in the discipline.

ROLE

• Direct the undergraduate Philosophy program including academic oversight, administration, assessment, recruitment of adjunct faculty in both the traditional and degree completion programs and recruitment of students to the program;
• Teach courses in Philosophy, History, and Religious Studies, consistent with areas of specialization and based on curricular needs in traditional undergraduate and degree completion programs;
• Engage with the FPU community in a broad discussion, across disciplines, about the philosophical implications of Christian higher education, especially in the Evangelical and Anabaptist traditions;
• Develop and expand curricular options based on a careful program review;
• Participate in scholarly, departmental, and university activities.