PHIL 116
Mind, Knowledge, and Reality Spring 2025
Division II W Writing Skills

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This course is an introduction to philosophy through three major themes: The nature of the universe, the existence of gods, and the mind/body problem. Throughout, we will appeal to reason and evidence in forming our best beliefs. Our discussions will range over historical and contemporary works in the Western tradition.
The Class: Format: seminar
Limit: 19
Expected: 19
Class#: 3853
Grading: no pass/fail option, no fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation: active participation; four (5-6 page) essays
Prerequisites: none
Enrollment Preferences: Strong preference given to first-years and sophomores; do not contact the instructor to plead for special enrollment consideration.
Unit Notes: meets 100-level PHIL major requirement
Distributions: Divison II Writing Skills
WS Notes: Students will craft 4 six page essays, and each will receive extensive comments on structure and composition with an eye toward developing skills in philosophical writing.

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