Moral formation begins with an orientation to moral values, which involves helping students clarify and broaden their own sense of those things in the world that should be valued. Students are expected to develop, through the stimulation of the moral imagination and the recognition of moral issues, a sensitivity to values issues. Once students develop an awareness and sensitivity to values issues, they are shown ways to act responsibly on their convictions. Students in the schools of Business and Nursing take PHIL-201 Ethics as a part of their requirements. All professional practice areas address ethical issues as part of their programs.
In fulfilling its mission to help students gain a deeper understanding of the teachings of the Christian faith and the role of religion in society, the University requires all students to take one course in the Judaic-Christian traditions. This requirement also meets the learning goals of critical thinking and historical consciousness while providing opportunities for social inquiry and moral formation with respect to religious traditions and practices.
Students seeking any undergraduate degree may satisfy the Judaic-Christian traditions requirement by successfully completing:
- a Judaic-Christian religion course from:
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