2023-2024 Catalog and Student Handbook

PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy

A basic introduction to philosophy using short philosophical readings, science fiction videos, and short works of fiction to explore various interesting topics.  The course is taught in a manner suitable for any student, especially including those taking it for the first time.  We cover the following six fundamental philosophical topics in the order listed:  Freedom and Responsibility, The Nature of the Mind, The Power of Acceptance (Stoicism), God and Religious Experience, Knowledge of Appearance and Reality, and Morality.

Credits

3