AE 270 - Ethical Dimensions of Global Violence

Institution:

Fairfield University

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Description:

A survey of the ethical implications of the new and alarming potentials for violence in a disorderly world.The new faces of violence - insurgency, terrorism inspired by religion, plans for mass destruction, children as warriors - will be examined in the context of Just War theory, the Christian commitment to social justice, and the emerging international order (and disorder).Fully half the course will explore the perspectives of the developing world, especially as violence occurs between factions from the developing world and the traditional wielders of force in the North and Wes t.This course meets the world diversity requirement. (Prerequisite: one course in Philosophy or one course in Religious Studies) Three credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

fairfield.edu/

Phone Number:

(203) 254-4000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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