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Philosophy Course Descriptions
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| PHI101 Introduction to Philosophy (H)
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3 Credits |
| This course is designed to
encourage the delightful art of wonder,
while acquainting students with the meaning
of “philosophy.” In this exploration we will
examine the thinking and contributions to
human thought of Western philosophers from
the earliest times to the present. This
course is not a history of philosophy, but
an introduction to, and an experience in,
the adventure of wondering about the meaning
of life! Our journey will permit us to
examine such important human concepts as
self, goodness, thinking, knowledge,
freedom, change, growth, love, tomorrow,
death, and ultimate concern. |
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| PHI106 World Religions (H) |
3 Credits |
| In a day of increased
globalization, this course is designed to
acquaint the student with the collective
wisdom of the World’s Religions. Students
will explore the phenomenon of belief shared
by all peoples, even when their ultimate
concerns are vastly different. It will
attempt to introduce students in a pluralist
era, such as ours, to the common spiritual
core which is shared by all major religions
of the world. As our globe shrinks and
communication increases, the need to be
sensitive, tolerant, and inclusive of others
is inevitable for survival. This course is a
cross-cultural experience in exploring what
people hold to be important in the
traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism,
Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism,
Christianity, and Islam. |
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| PHI108 Human Nature in Contemporary
Film (H) |
3 Credits |
| This course focuses on
philosophical, spiritual, sociological, and
psychological perspectives in the
development of our concept of “self” as it
is expressed in contemporary movies and
films. By viewing and analyzing a
prearranged collection of films (a list of
films to be provided on the first day of
class), students will learn the skill of
critical observation. By studying underlying
philosophical concepts revealed in films,
students will develop an understanding of
the contributions various disciplines make
in the evaluation and explanation of the
human self. |
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| PHI110 Introduction to Contemporary
Ethics (H) |
3 Credits |
| This introductory course in
the study of ethics will explore the
historical contributions to this important
area of civilized thought. It will nurture
and affirm the student’s appreciation of the
need for a reliable perspective and
guidelines for responsible living in the
complexities of a society and world which
looks forward to change and discovery in the
next century. This course will provide a
rational framework by which students can
evaluate issues and make ethical choices. It
is a goal of this course to facilitate
critical thought and examination of cultured
opinion as we seek to discover wholesome
civility and meaning in a rapidly changing
contemporary world. Issues which will be
explored are the taking of human life, mercy
killing, euthanasia, abortion, lying,
cheating, breaking promises, marriage, human
sexuality, pornography, bioethics, and
issues in medicine and the professions, as
well as ethics in business, sports and
issues surrounding the environment. |
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| PHI201 Critical Thinking (H) |
3 Credits |
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This course introduces the student to the
principles of critical thinking and provides
practice in applying these principles to
everyday decision making. The student will
learn to distinguish between rational
thoughts and feelings, evaluate arguments,
identify assumptions, examine evidence,
clarify by asking questions, fair-mindedly
analyze multiple viewpoints, and make
reasonable judgments.
Prerequisite: ENG101, any 100-level Philosophy course, or permission of instructor. |
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| PHI220 The Philosopher Explores the
“Good” Life (H) |
3 Credits |
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This course is designed to be an interactive
class in which various academic disciplines
coalesce in a composite of pragmatic
philosophy which focuses on living in the
21st Century. This course will dynamically
combine content and conduct to prepare and
resource the student in the growth of
personal character and virtue. Altruism and
civility will be explored and experienced
through the facilitation and implementation
of the community service-learning component
requirement of the course.
Prerequisites: ENG101, any 100-level Philosophy course, or permission of instructor.
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