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Philosophy (PHIL)
338 Prince Lucien Campbell, 541-346-5547
College of Arts & Sciences
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Course Data
  PHIL 216   + Dis >1 >AC 0.00 cr.
Philosophical investigation of the implications of cultural diversity for identity, knowledge, and community, from the perspectives of several American cultures.
Grading Options: Optional; see degree guide or catalog for degree requirements
Instructor: Eichler LE-mail
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Course Materials
 
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39032 9 20 1200-1250 f 245 LIL Eichler L Additional Web Resources Available
 
Associated Sections

Lecture

38962 39 80 1000-1050 mwf 115 LA Pratt S Additional Web Resources AvailableL
Academic Deadlines
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April 6:   Drop this course (100% refund, no W recorded)
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April 7:   Drop this course (75% refund, no W recorded; after this date, W's are recorded)
April 7:   Process a complete drop (75% refund, no W recorded; after this date, W's are recorded)
April 9:   Add this course
April 9:   Last day to change to or from audit
April 13:   Withdraw from this course (75% refund, W recorded)
April 20:   Withdraw from this course (50% refund, W recorded)
April 27:   Withdraw from this course (25% refund, W recorded)
May 18:   Withdraw from this course (0% refund, W recorded)
May 18:   Change grading option for this course
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Expanded Course Description
This course is a general introduction to the philosophical traditions of India, China, and Japan, concentrating on significant and representative texts of the Hindu, Buddhist, Confucian, Daoist, and Zen philosophical traditions. Typical readings include the Upanishads, the Bhagavad Gita, the Dhammapada, the Analects, the Daodejing, and 101 Zen Stories. Themes to be explored include human nature, identity, morality, mortality, and the relationship between philosophy and religion. This course provides a philosophical and historical foundation for students interested in Asian philosophy; students will be encouraged to build upon this foundation beyond this course and will be provided with resources to help them to do so.
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