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Introduces key issues in ethics and moral philosophy. This course explores issues concerning the nature of well being, the different forms ethical theories can take, and the status of moral claims. Students apply ethical theories to contemporary ethical problems.

A philosophical examination of the arts and aesthetic experience. This course explores theories of beauty and drama from ancient and contemporary theorists. Students apply aesthetic theories to analyze works of art in multiple domains from different perspectives. Crosslisted with ENG 37223 and LAS 37223.

An investigation of the body, mind and spirit in self, culture and nature as developed by Ken Wilber and the Integral Institute. Students explore truth in the domains of philosophy, psychology and eastern spirituality and consider ways to improve their well-being. Crosslisted with LAS 38123.

An examination of key existentialist thinkers. Readings include Kierkegaard, Nietzsch, Sartre, and others. After a surey of existentialist philosophers, students explore works of art from an existentialist perspective. . Cross listed with ENG 38223, LAS 38223.