Schedule
Tue-Thu, 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM (9/5/2012 - 9/7/2012) Location: MAIN 1 310
Tue-Thu, 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM (9/5/2012 - 9/7/2012) Location: MAIN 1 314
Tue-Thu, 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM (9/5/2012 - 12/21/2012) Location: MAIN 3 306
Description
PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 or co-requisite
This course provides an introductory examination in global perspective of the problems and methods of philosophy. Topics may include: the meaning and purpose of life, the nature of knowledge, justice and politics, personal identity, the role of art in society, and ethics. While several major philosophers and historical movements will be introduced, the emphasis will be placed on exposing students to problems in philosophy, helping them analyze arguments, and discovering ways to apply philosophical skills in and beyond the classroom.