Foundations of the American legal system are examined in relation to these theories. PHI 300 - Epistemology Study of sources and foundations of human knowledge. Course focuses on the idea of human knowledge as the personal development of a unified conception of reality. Human Existence Helps students understand themselves, their place in the structure of reality, their human destiny and the part they play in obtaining it. This knowledge is sought in order to become a fully human person.
Authenticity is seen as a means to attainment of genuine happiness.
PHI 310 - Metaphysics Introduction to some of the main problems in the tradition of Western metaphysics. Issues considered include the nature of time and becoming, free will and determinism, the relation between mind and body, and the nature and existence of God. Discussions will focus on the value and significance of humanity's efforts to provide a unified understanding of reality with respect to perennial philosophical problems. PHI 335 - Philosophy of Love and Friendship A study of love and friendship in western philosophy and literature. The course will examine some basic questions about the nature of love and friendship that have been raised in the history of western thought.