Psychology - Religion

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Colgate University

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Department website 201 Contemporary Issues and Values: Moral Conflicts in the 21st Century Staff Many issues confronting us today raise profound value questions. Some issues have roots in the past; others have emerged in our times. Resources to address these issues are likewise both ancient and contemporary. This course explores dimensions of several moral concerns, many of which challenge democratic values, social justice norms, and human rights. Themes of power, justice, human flourishing, and compassion thread through the topics addressed by the course. Issues addressed may include genocide, terrorism, war, and torture; environmental injustices; gender and sexualities; race issues; immigration and refugee dilemmas; reproductive issues; sexual violence; concerns about the "other" and valuations of difference; the effects of poverty and class disparity. In learning about these topics students examine religious and philosophical texts, ideas, and values which suggest resolutions. A central focus is how to live meaningfully in light of the problems in our society and world.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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