RLST Theological Inquiry Course
Viterbo University- La Crosse, Wisconsin
Faculty/Instructor Name
Course Description
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Used either one of these for your Phil or RLST Course
Religious Studies/Philosophy Department Mission Statements
The Religious Studies Department of Viterbo University rooted in the teachings of Christ Jesus,
and the faith of the Roman Catholic tradition:
Endeavors to instruct and inspire students through an exploration of religious truths, as
expressed in Scripture, Church teachings, and in the lives of Francis, Clare and Rose of
Viterbo
Challenges students to the pursuit of truth and moral decision-making
Provides opportunities to engage students in the work of peace, justice, human dignity,
ecumenism, compassion, and care for creation.
Manifests in its faculty the peace, joy, humility, and hospitality that characterizes Jesus,
Francis, Clare, Rose of Viterbo, and their followers
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The Philosophy Department rooted in the systematic analysis of the philosophical tradition:
Endeavors to instruct and inspire students to discover the relevance of philosophy to current
problems in our world, and encourages a lifelong commitment to philosophical reflection
and ethical practice.
Challenges students to the pursuit of truth and ethical decision-making
Provides opportunities to engage students in critical thinking and public discourse about
some of the most important ideas of the human experience.
Manifests in its faculty a passion for philosophy and a commitment to the student’s pursuit
of truth, ethical decision-making, intellectual honesty, and the courage and tenacity for
philosophical inquiry and practice
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Course Goals and Student Learning Outcomes
General Education
Outcomes:
Ways of Thinking
Theological Inquiry
RLST Department
Goals
+Demonstrate knowledge
of faith perspective
learned through history
and practices
Knowledge of
Theology and Faith
Perspective
+Connect sacred and
foundational texts to
doctrinal practices
Students will apply
knowledge of sacred
texts, religious history,
and doctrine through
written and oral
communication.
Course Specific
Goals
Promoted by
Course Work
+Other
Course Texts:
+ The Holy Bible (New American Version)
+ Two or more Course-specific texts
Attendance Policy
Following the faculty student assembly guidelines, 15% of classes may be excused
absences. Students will be alerted to absences throughout the course of the semester.
Course Work Requirements:
+ A Course pre-text
+ A Course Final Exam w/essays
+ 300/400 Level Courses will require 8-12p. research paper
+ All classes will have an oral presentation component (small group discussion, class
participation, panel discussion
+300/400 Level Courses will require a major oral presentation 10-15 minutes
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Evaluation Criteria:
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The following point values are applied to these class exercises:
+ Unit Tests= 100 points
+ Class Participation= 100 points
+ Note Journal=300
+ Final Exam= 300 points
Course Grading:
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A=800-750
AB=750-720
B=720-680
BC=680-630
C=630-590
CD=590-550
Professor Availability:
Name…phone number…mailing address…e-mail
Course Schedule
Unit One
papers, etc.
Please be as specific as possible with reading assignments; lecture topics,
Unit Two
Unit Three
Unit Four
Unit Five
Unit Six
Unit Seven
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