PHIL 270 - Existentialism ge

Institution:

The University of Findlay

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Description:

3 semester hours This course involves a survey of existentialist philosophy, including study of its influence and expression in literature, the fine arts, psychology, and religion. Reflection upon basic existential themes such as the meaning of human existence, freedom and responsibility, the limits of reason, the significance of death, the individual versus society, and the implications of truth as subjectivity. Students will be challenged to consider how they define the world and to what extent they have the power to change the world. Readings from Kierkegaard, Nietzche, Camus, Sartre, Buber, Simone deBeauvoir, or others are used within this course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.findlay.edu/

Phone Number:

(419) 422-8313

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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