RS 218 - Moral Issues in Contemporary Society

Institution:

Hilbert College

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Description:

This interdisciplinary course will focus on several fields of moral investigation which are particularly relevant to men and women in contemporary society. Beginning with an examination of various approaches to the resolution of moral issues, students will be encouraged to develop a critical method of issue analysis. Having established a theoretical base for analysis, attention will then be directed to the examination of specific moral issues which confront contemporary society. Issues will include topics in the fields of sexuality, bio-medical technology, death and dying, health care, global justice, business and economics. Both traditional views of these moral issues as well as contemporary developments will be examined. Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore status.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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