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An introductory survey of philosophical approaches to feminism. Examines the historical progression of feminist philosophical thought, as well as some of the debates that animate contemporary feminist theory. Will address the general question of feminism's relationship to, and tensions with, philosophical thought. Prerequisite, one course in philosophy or women's studies or consent of instructor.
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In speaking of us as modern agents, Martin Heidegger once remarked that "only a god can save us now." This course will attempt to contextualize and understand Heidegger's statement in a continuing discussion about modernity. We will examine what it means to be modern and to understand ourselves as modern agents. Particular attention will be directed towards making sense of what is distinctive about modernity or being modern, especially in distinction to other periods (e.g. ancient or "post-"modern). Some of the figures studied will include Arendt, Foucault, Kant, Hegel, Heidegger, and others. Prerequisite, One course in philosophy or consent of Instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12.
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An exploration of the work of philosophers who attempt to respond to the Nazi genocide. Issues of concern include the possibility and nature of philosophical claims about genocide, as well as questions concerning whether or not the Nazi genocide raises distinct issues for ethics. Figures studied will include philosophers such as Hannah Arendt, Emmanuel Lévinas, Theodor Adorno and others. Prerequisite, one course in philosophy. Maximum enrollment, 12.
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Film and television are significant contemporary art forms, yet they have received little attention from philosophers. Even worse, when philosophers do turn to film, they see it as a means of illustrating already established philosophical ideas or problems (e.g. The Matrix as illustrating certain problems of knowledge). We will abandon the idea of defining a philosophical object in advance, and will instead see to what extent film and television raise distinct philosophical claims and problems. In particular, we'll ask what such visual art forms suggest for understanding the idea of America. Prerequisite, Two course in Philosophy or consent of Instructor. Occasional screenings may be scheduled outside of class time. Maximum enrollment, 12.
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Examination of Confucian thought and ritual practice from classical times to the early 20th century. Emphasis on reading philosophical and ritual texts in translation in order to understand the various ways that Confucians understood their place in Chinese society. (Writing-intensive.) (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, relevant coursework in history, Asian studies or religious studies, or consent of instructor. (Same as History 337.) Maximum enrollment, 20.
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3.00 Credits
A limited enrollment course that closely examines a topic or group of topics highlighting the scholarly expertise of the Alan McCullough Jr. Distinguished Visiting Professor of Philosophy. Prerequisite, two courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20.
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3.00 Credits
A close examination of genealogical critique and its historical deployment as a means of existential liberation and cultural transformation. Genealogists studied include Nietzsche, Douglass, DuBois, Fanon, Foucault and Baldwin. Prerequisite, two courses in philosophy or Africana studies, or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of ethical issues arising in the professions, in institutions and in human practices. Study of selected ethical problems in law, medicine, education and sport. Previously, the course focused on ethical issues in sport and ethical issues in higher education. Prerequisite, one course in philosophy. Open to juniors and seniors only.
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3.00 Credits
Inquiry into the nature of law, the authority of law, the character of judicial reasoning and other selected problems in jurisprudence, with particular attention to the relationship of legality to morality and justifiability of judicial reasoning. Prerequisite, two courses in philosophy or senior standing.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the philosophical questions that arise from considering historical and contemporary approaches to explaining our knowledge of mathematics. Do we have a priori knowledge of necessary truths? Is our knowledge of mathematics empirical? Perhaps we do not really have mathematical knowledge. (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 201, 203, 355 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12.
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