PHIL0410A-F16
The Good Life
The Good Life
What is the good life? In this course we will explore the philosophy of happiness and well-being in an effort to better understand the nature of the good life. Specific topics will include the nature of human flourishing and the role that virtue and interpersonal relationships play in the development of the good life. Readings will be primarily by contemporary authors and will be drawn from both philosophical and psychological perspectives. (Junior or Senior Philosophy Majors, or by waiver) 3 hrs. sem.
What is the good life? In this course we will explore the philosophy of happiness and well-being in an effort to better understand the nature of the good life. Specific topics will include the nature of human flourishing and the role that virtue and interpersonal relationships play in the development of the good life. Readings will be primarily by contemporary authors and will be drawn from both philosophical and psychological perspectives. (Junior or Senior Philosophy Majors, or by waiver) 3 hrs. sem.
- Term:
- Fall 2016
- Location:
- Twilight Hall 206(AXT 206)
- Schedule:
- 1:30pm-4:15pm on Wednesday (Sep 12, 2016 to Dec 9, 2016)
- Type:
- Seminar
- Instructors:
- Lorraine Besser
- Subject:
- Philosophy
- Department:
- Philosophy
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92401
- Subject Code:
- PHIL
- Course Number:
- 0410
- Section Identifier:
- A