An introductory survey of philosophical approaches to contemporary moral and social problems. Emphasis will be on theories about how we ought to act and about goals, rights and responsibilities appropriate to human beings. Topics may include capital punishment, equality and discrimination, economic justice, globalization, and terrorism, among others. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: WRT 0110.
REQUIRED TEXTS:
An introductory survey of philosophical approaches to contemporary moral and social problems. Emphasis will be on theories about how we ought to act and about goals, rights and responsibilities appropriate to human beings. Topics may include capital punishment, equality and discrimination, economic justice, globalization, and terrorism, among others. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: WRT 0110.
REQUIRED TEXTS:
Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do? by 
The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by TOTAL ESTIMATED COURSE COST: $0 - $34.92