Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2020-2021 / Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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 . Prerequisites :
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 . Prerequisites : PHL-330 The Healing Journey ( 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 .) Prerequisites :
PHL-4000 Capstone Seminar ( 3 ) 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 . Prerequisites : Senior status ( Required , Previous ).
PHL-420 Philosophy in Italy ( 3 ) 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 . Prerequisites :
PHL-430 Asian Philosophy ( 3 ) 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 . Prerequisites :
PHL-437 Special Topics ( 3 ) Investigation of a selected topic designed to integrate and deepen the student ' s comprehension and application of philosophy . Prerequisites :
PHL-439 Independent Study ( 3 ) 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 . Prerequisites :
PHL-ELEC1 Philosophy Elective Transfer ( 1-4 ) Transfer Elective course ( 100 level course ) Prerequisites : Physics
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