2018-2019 University Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 University Catalog archived

Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)

PHIL 395 - Seminar in History of Philosophy or Major Figures


FDR: HU
Credits: 3 credits in fall-winter-spring, 4 in spring


Prerequisites: Usually one course in philosophy other than PHIL 170. Varies by topic. An intensive and critical study of selected issues or major figures in philosophy. May be repeated for degree credit if the topics are different.

Fall 2018, PHIL 395A-01: Environmental Values and Environmental Policy (3). What values shape environmental decisions? In economic terms, we seek to allocate resources so as to maximize social utility. However, our policy decisions regarding the environment also pursue certain ecological goals, such as the preservation of biodiversity and the maintenance of healthy and functioning ecosystems. In addition, environmental policy is constrained by ethical concerns such as the pursuit of environmental justice and our responsibilities to future generations. This course addresses such questions as: To what degree are these three kinds of policy goals in tension with one another? How can we clarify our thinking about these policy goals so as to harmonize them where possible and reasonably negotiate the tradeoffs when they come into conflict? (HU) Cooper.




Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)