Contemporary Moral Problems is designed to introduce the student to basic ethical theory and to some of the important ethicists of western philosophy. The student will examine the work of these ethicists to determine how they deal with such contemporary ethical problems as suicide, euthanasia, abortion, and social justice. Social and Political Philosphy is a study of the major theories of social justice and their implications for selected areas of public policy. Attention will be given to theories of natural law, social contract, and a variety of philosophical problems. 2143 American Philosophic Thought is a study of the major philosophical movements which have originated within the United States.
Special emphasis is placed upon the development of pragmatism.
A chronological survey of ancient and medieval philosophy of the West from Thales to Aquinas. Emphasis is placed upon the development of metaphysics, epistemology, and logic. Particular attention is paid to the development of rationalism and empiricism. 3103 Ethical Theory will enable students to undertake a critical examination of both traditional and current ethical theories. The course will provide students with a background in the history of ethics, familiarity with some current controversies in ethics, and the opportunity to engage in the critical evaluation of ethical theories.