This course is grounded in the idea that freedom is impossible without heated discussion of personal points of view. We will decide as a class which themes are the most important and attempt to discover the strongest arguments for each one. Each person's ideas will be taken seriously and given the utmost respect. This is a course about civility between people who do not necessarily agree. Attendance and Due Dates Each class session in Phil 140 is very important.
Every student is responsible for all the material in every session.
Students who miss class should obtain the lecture and discussion material immediately and be properly prepared for vibrant discussion when they return to class. Office Hours Richard Schumaker holds office hours one hour after class in the library. He is also willing to meet students by appointment M-Th or on almost any Sunday. Feel free to contact him by telephone, fax, or email. Emails are met with timely responses.