Dr. Stephen M. Duncan
- Associate Professor
What We Do
The Department of Philosophy pursues questions in every dimension of human life. Its techniques apply to problems in any field of study or endeavor.
Contact Information
- local_phone401-456-8012
- placeGaige Hall
Department Chair
Jeffrey W. Farland
Higher Education Administration Assistant II
The B.A. in philosophy provides a general background in the historical, logical, analytical and normative perspectives from which fundamental questions concerning mankind and its predicament in the cosmos can be considered. Emphasis is on developing skills and attitudes attendant to critical thinking, including conceptual analysis, logical argumentation, precise articulation of ideas and a humane receptivity to the ideas of others. This program is tailored to the pre-professional needs of each student.
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Kendall co-founded the RIC Philosophy Club, is a member of the Phi Sigma Tau International Honor Society, was awarded Departmental Honors in philosophy and the Thomas J. Howell Award in Philosophy.