A study of contemporary political theories. Topics include the justification of state authority, distributive justice, and communitarian critiques of liberalism.

This course examines the varieties of, and arguments for and against, ethical consequentialism -- the theory according to which what one is morally required to do is whatever will bring about the best consequences.

The mind-body problem breaks down into two questions: how can mere matter think, and how can it be conscious? We will investigate both of these issues through a critical evaluation of the principal contemporary theories of mind.

This course addresses central questions in contemporary epistemology concerning the nature of knowledge and justification, the 'a priori'; perceptual knowledge; and skepticism.

An introduction to the main themes of Existentialism through seminal writing by Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Sartre. (Gen.Ed. AL)

Critical study of the major works of Locke, Berkeley, and Hume. Emphasis on philosophical issues of current interest.

An introduction to the history of Greek philosophy; emphasis on Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Prerequisite: two courses in Philosophy. (Gen.Ed. HS)

Not available at this time

Introduction to theories and perspectives on death and the meaning of life as well as their implications for individuals and society. (Gen. Ed. SB, DG)

Introduction to theories and perspectives on death and the meaning of life as well as their implications for individuals and society. (Gen. Ed. SB, DG)