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-325 |
Varieties of Religious Experience |
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 . |
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 . |
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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 . |