Introduction to Philosophy Now a Dual Enrollment Course
Father Gabriel Richard High School is pleased to announce that our elective Introduction to Philosophy may now earn college credit through Madonna University. Furthermore, the credit is transferrable to nearly all accredited universities and colleges and usually satisfies a general education requirement. This new agreement, being piloted this semester, allows FGR students the opportunity to explore the discipline of philosophy while also providing for future flexibility in college.
“Offering Introduction to Philosophy as a dual enrollment course provides an opportunity for our students to free up space in a college schedule,” said FGR Principal, Christopher Dotson. “We are extremely glad to be able to offer this to our students.”
The Course
Philosophy literally means “love of wisdom.” It is the quest for a life that is fully alive. Drawing on the insights of philosophers through the ages, students discuss the deepest, most fascinating, and most important questions: How can we know what is true? Does God exist, and can we prove it? What is love, freedom, happiness, and real justice? Why is music so important? The course aims to answer these questions, and many more! The goal of the course is for students to come out of class with a basic understanding of the main themes in the history of philosophy and a new openness to wonder at the truth, goodness, and beauty of reality.
The Teacher
Cynthia Brown teaches Introduction to Philosophy at FGR. Mrs. Brown received her undergraduate and Master’s degrees from Franciscan University of Steubenville and then went on to study for her doctorate at Catholic University of America. “I am so excited to offer this opportunity to FGR students,” said Mrs. Brown. “This affords them the chance to get a head start on college credits, which will help students be in a better position to succeed in college and pursue all their goals. Plus, I am passionate about teaching philosophy, and I truly believe that this course will develop students’ minds in such a way that they will be able to understand all other subjects better.”