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David H. Calhoun is Professor of Philosophy at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, where he has been teaching since 1989. He holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Northwestern University (1989), an M.A. in Philosophy from Northwestern University (1985), and a B.A. in Philosophy from Louisiana State University (1981).
- Ph.D., Philosophy, Northwestern University (1989)
- M.A., Philosophy, Northwestern University (1985)
- B.A., Philosophy, Louisiana State University (1981)
Professor Calhoun's research focuses on ancient Greek philosophy, human nature, epistemology of belief and conversion, existentialism, Christianity and science, and Christianity and popular culture. His work particularly explores Socratic method, Aristotelian virtue ethics, friendship, and Aristotle's theory of human nature, with a special emphasis on the intersection of philosophy, Christianity, and natural science. In recent years, he has extensively examined religious themes in contemporary cinema, especially the works of Terrence Malick and Clint Eastwood.
His scholarly output reveals a consistent trajectory connecting ancient philosophy with contemporary concerns, particularly through the lens of film. Calhoun's work demonstrates how cinematic narratives can serve as vehicles for exploring profound philosophical and theological questions about human nature, faith, and the relationship between science and religion. His publications span from classical philosophical analysis to contemporary film criticism, showing his ability to bridge historical and modern thought.
Professor Calhoun directs the Gonzaga Socratic Club, which promotes philosophical inquiry into the Christian worldview following the model of the Oxford Socratic Club presided over by C.S. Lewis. He has presented at numerous conferences on topics including human nature, New Atheism, Christian themes in film and literature, and Christianity and science. His recent presentations have focused on the philosophical underpinnings of human dignity and theological themes in Terrence Malick's films.
At Gonzaga, Calhoun regularly teaches courses on ancient philosophy, philosophy of human nature, existentialism, and Christianity and science. He has developed a course on Christianity and Science that examines the historical relationship between Greek philosophy, Christian theology, and the development of Western science, challenging the popular view that science is inherently at war with Christianity. He also teaches philosophy of human nature in summer sessions and offers courses on philosophy in film.
