The outcome is growth in knowledge, understanding, and wisdom. Philosophy confronts issues relevant to all academic disciplines and is thus an appropriate study for a variety of fields, especially when combined with another major or minor. One graduate combined an accounting major with a philosophy major and is now employed in business. Other recent majors have coupled philosophy with economics, English, and theology, for various career goals. Along with the regular courses in philosophy, independent study opportunities and a senior seminar are available for majors.
Small classes encourage discussion and the interchange of ideas.
Even classes at the introductory level provide ample opportunities for student participation. Visiting guest philosophers have been a regular enhancement to the curriculum. With over two decades of teaching experience, Dr. Gilbertson continues to challenge students to become critically reflective, broaden their intellectual horizons, and pursue the goals of goodness and wisdom. An undergraduate degree from a sister Lutheran college and his doctorate in philosophy from the University of Southern California, as well as graduate theological study, have prepared him for the kind of teaching that fits Texas Lutheran. Research interests include environmental ethics, Descartes, and the nature and teaching of wisdom.