PHL-308 |
Political Philosophy |
This course looks critically at political democracy. Readings from philosophy |
and the social sciences explore political institutions, individualism and |
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attempts to renew community life.( May be taken for sociology credit). |
PHL-310 |
Philosophy of Education |
This course offers a philosophical investigation of the basic principles, aims |
and human values involved in the process of education. It examines major |
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educational philosophies as well as contemporary issues in this area. |
PHL-313 |
Modern Philosophy |
This course analyses the works of authors such as Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Locke, Hume, Kant and Hegel. It examines notions such as certainty, freedom, substance, concepts, and sensations in the modern period. The latter is discussed as a response to medieval and Renaissance philosophy. |
PHL-330 |
The Healing Journey |
Healing involves social forces, personal attitudes and patterns of meaning which allow us to re- establish an authentic wholeness in the context of illness and suffering. Readings in the social sciences and philosophy are used to investigate these issues.( May be taken for sociology credit.) |
PHL-4000 |
Capstone: seminar |
The capstone allows students to demonstrate their mastery of philosophy by defending a thesis that examines key philosophical texts and draws upon secondary literature on the topic. The seminar ' s purpose is to give philosophy majors experience in presenting research in a symposium setting. |
PHL-420 |
Philosophy in Italy |
This course focuses on philosophy that developed in the Italian territory. It covers ancient, medieval, and modern philosophy in Italy, including ancient Rome. It discusses philosophers such as Epictetus, Seneca, Boethius, Aquinas, and Machiavelli. |
PHL-430 |
Asian Philosophy |
The goal of this course is to understand the major principles and practices of |
Taoism and Zen and to see the value and viability of these principles and |
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practices. Topics include: approaches to creativity, aesthetics and spiritual |
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mastery. |
PHL-437 |
Special Topics |
Investigation of a selected topic designed to integrate and deepen the |
student ' s comprehension and application of philosophy. |
PHL-439 |
Independent Study |
Qualified advanced students may arrange independent study in areas not covered by existing courses. Registration is with consent of involved faculty and the permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences, the Chairperson and the Vice President for Academic Affairs. |