2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 17, 2024  
2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog
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PHI 201 - Ancient Social Philosophy

Explores ancient social philosophy as part of the social, political and historical development of Western Civilization from its origins in Greece, emphasizing Plato and Aristotle to the Epicureans and Roman Stoics and comparing them to developments in other parts of the world. Analyzes the Greeks' understanding of the human person in society and how that has influenced our thinking today. Covers such topics as democracy, justice, friendship and the family. Fulfills: GE 5; LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = at least once per year

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Summarize the principal concepts, theories and positions of key philosophers or philosophical schools in the ancient world.
  2. Analyze the principle theories or positions of key philosophers or philosophical schools in the ancient world.
  3. Formulate a personal outlook on the good life and its relationship to ethics.



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