Course Name |
Long Title |
Min Credits |
Description |
Requisites |
PHL-310 |
Philosophy of Education |
3 |
This course offers a philosophical investigation of the basic principles , aims and human values involved in the process of education . It examines major educational philosophies as well as contemporary issues in this area . |
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PHL-313 |
Modern Philosophy |
3 |
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 . |
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PHL-325 |
Varieties of Religious Experience |
3 |
The course studies the shared philosophical themes that emerge in different religious traditions . Readings include works by philosophers and from Eastern , Western , and Native American religions . |
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PHL-330 |
The Healing Journey |
3 |
PHL-4000 |
Capstone : seminar |
3 |
PHL-420 |
Philosophy in Italy |
3 |
PHL-430 |
Asian Philosophy |
3 |
PHL-437 |
Special Topics |
3 |
PHL-439 |
Independent Study |
3 |
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 .) 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 . 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 .
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 practices . Topics include : approaches to creativity , aesthetics and spiritual mastery . Investigation of a selected topic designed to integrate and deepen the student ' s comprehension and application of philosophy .
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 .
Take 90 credits . ( Required , Previous ).