Spiritan School of Philosophy, Isienu

The "Spiritan School of Philosophy, Isienu," is a Catholic seminary and philosophical formation house located in Isienu, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria. It is run by the Congregation of the Holy Spirit (Spiritans), a Catholic religious order dedicated to missionary work and education.

• Background and History
  The Spiritan School of Philosophy is part of the Spiritans' educational and formation system in Nigeria, which also includes theology houses and other training centers. It serves as a philosophy house where seminarians (mostly Spiritan students but may also include students from other congregations or dioceses) undergo their philosophical studies as part of their priestly formation. The school is located in Isienu, a town near Nsukka, a major academic and cultural hub in Enugu State.
• Academic Program
  The institution offers a Bachelor of Philosophy (B.Phil.) degree or its equivalent, which is a standard requirement before proceeding to theological studies in the seminary. The curriculum follows the ecclesiastical (Catholic) philosophy program, covering areas such as:
  - Metaphysics
  - Epistemology
  - Ethics
  - Logic
  - Philosophy of Religion
  - History of Philosophy (Ancient, Medieval, Modern, and Contemporary)
  - African Philosophy (often included to contextualize philosophical studies in Africa)
  - The program is usually 4 years long or more, depending on the structure of formation.
• Formation and Spirituality
  Beyond academics, the school emphasizes spiritual, human, and pastoral formation in line with the Spiritan charism. Students engage in community prayers, retreats, and missionary orientation, reflecting the Spiritans' focus on evangelization and service. The Spiritan values of simplicity, zeal, and trust in the Holy Spirit are integral to the formation process.
• Tuition
  The Spiritan seminarians are trained through out the course of their formation from the funds raised by the Holy Ghost Vocation Movement, Province of Nigeria South-east.
• Affiliation and Recognition
  The school is affiliated with the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Hence, Its degrees are approved and issued by the aforementioned institution.
• Student Life
  Seminarians live in a community setting, fostering brotherhood and discipline. There are opportunities for apostolic work, such as teaching, rural missions, and charity activities. The school may also host debates, and philosophical discussions involving other seminaries and universities.
• Contact and Further Information
  For exact details (such as admission requirements, current programs, or faculty), it’s best to contact: The Spiritan Province of Nigeria, South East. located at 3-3 Onitsha.