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Barry F. Vaughan, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Philosophy and Religious Studies

Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies

Office: BP 43A - Room: 43

480-461-7620

480-461-7620 (alt)

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM9:30 AM - 10:25 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM9:30 AM - 10:25 AM11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Office hours live and online (https://maricopa.webex.com/meet/bvaughan)

Profile

Dr. Barry F. Vaughan is professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Mesa Community College.  Dr. Vaughan received his BA in Religion (Theology major, Philosophy minor) from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1986, an MA in Philosophy and an MA in Religion from Baylor University in 1988 and 1990 respectively, and a PhD in Philosophy (AOS Ancient Greek Philosophy, AOCs Ethics, Epistemology, and Philosophy of Religion) from the University of Oklahoma in 1999.  Dr. Vaughan has been a Residential member of the faculty of Mesa Community College since 1996 and has served as an MCC Faculty Senator, Senate President (2000-2003), Maricopa Colleges Faculty Association Faculty Executive Council representative (2001-2010), and Faculty Association President (2008-2009).  He has also served on the board of Directors of the Maricopa Colleges Faculty Foundation (MCFF) since 2007 (serving as President from 2015- 2023) as well as the chairperson of the Faculty Association's Political Action Committee (FacPAC).  Dr. Vaughan created MCC's Study Abroad in Ireland program and has served as its director since 2004.  

Classes Taught

Summer 2025

REL250 Religion in Ireland: Neolithic to Early Medieval 3 Credits

Survey of the Ancient religious traditions of Ireland. Students investigate the beliefs and practices of Irish Religions in the context of their social, economical and political systems from the late Neolithic to the early Medieval periods (4000 BCE-700 CE). Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16359
MC OFFSITE

Ireland Study Abroad

Study Abroad
Lecture
06/07/2025 – 07/05/2025
MoTuWeTh
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Class Ended

Notes: Class 16359 is part of a study abroad program in Athlone, Ireland. Please visit www.mesacc.edu/study-abroad for information and costs or contact Dr. Barry Vaughan at [email protected] for any questions.

Fall 2025

PHI101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 Credits

General consideration of human nature and the nature of the universe. Knowledge, perception, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
22733
Dobson Campus

BP 2N

In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

4 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

22734
Dobson Campus

BP 2N

In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
3:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

24343
Dobson Campus

BP 2N

In-Person
Lecture
08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025
TuTh
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Open

6 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

PHI103 Introduction to Logic 3 Credits

Comprehensive introduction to logical reasoning. Exploration of informal logic, including common logical fallacies, delving into symbolic logic to analyze and construct valid arguments using formal methods such as truth tables, truth trees, or proofs. Emphasis on developing critical thinking skills essential for evaluating arguments in a variety of contexts.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24342
Dobson Campus

BP 2N

In-Person
Lecture
08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

10 of 22
Seats Available

PHI105 Introduction to Ethics 3 Credits

A survey of ethical theory in Western Philosophy, including the major normative theories and selected metaethical theories. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24344
Dobson Campus

BP 2N

In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Open

13 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Fall Flex Start 2025

PHI103 Introduction to Logic 3 Credits

Comprehensive introduction to logical reasoning. Exploration of informal logic, including common logical fallacies, delving into symbolic logic to analyze and construct valid arguments using formal methods such as truth tables, truth trees, or proofs. Emphasis on developing critical thinking skills essential for evaluating arguments in a variety of contexts.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
25002

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

1 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Degrees & Awards

BA Religious Studies, Oklahoma Baptist University (1986)

MA Philosophy, Baylor University (1988)

MA Religious Studies, Baylor University (1990)

PhD Philosophy, University of Oklahoma (1999)

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