Philosophy Courses
Please note that the frequency of course offerings below is subject to change without notice, because of changes in faculty availability, sabbaticals and leaves, and other circumstances. Please consult the latest Schedule of Classes (and supplement), myBerea, revisions to online Catalog & Student Handbook, and/or the Program Coordinator to determine if a course will be offered during a certain term or year, especially if Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a factor.
PHI 100
Introduction to Philosophy
Offered: Typically annually Spring 2014
An introduction to philosophy as disciplined inquiry about fundamental features of the world; powers and limits of mind as a way of knowing; and puzzles posed by living and living well. Attention to contemporary and classic texts selected from the history of philosophy. 1 Course Credit
An introduction to philosophy as disciplined inquiry about fundamental features of the world; powers and limits of mind as a way of knowing; and puzzles posed by living and living well. Attention to contemporary and classic texts selected from the history of philosophy. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 104
Morality, Law & Philosophy
Offered: Typically annually (next offered Fall 2013)
An introductory course in philosophy through examination of contemporary moral and legal controversies, such as abortion, censorship, freedom of religion, equality, and civil disobedience, among others. Attention to classic and contemporary philosophic texts, relevant legal materials, and fundamental features of law and of morality. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
An introductory course in philosophy through examination of contemporary moral and legal controversies, such as abortion, censorship, freedom of religion, equality, and civil disobedience, among others. Attention to classic and contemporary philosophic texts, relevant legal materials, and fundamental features of law and of morality. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 106
Introductory Reasoning
Offered: Typically annually Spring 2014
A course about principles and applications of correct canons of reasoning. Focus on identifying, evaluating, and constructing arguments using a variety of techniques. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
A course about principles and applications of correct canons of reasoning. Focus on identifying, evaluating, and constructing arguments using a variety of techniques. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 186
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
PHI 204
Justice&Law-Class Pol Phi(PSC)
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (offered Spring 2013 and Spring 2015)
An examination of Greek, Roman, and Christian thinking about law, justice, and political community, including works by Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, and Thomas Aquinas, among others. Western History Perspective and Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (offered Spring 2013 and Spring 2015)
An examination of Greek, Roman, and Christian thinking about law, justice, and political community, including works by Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, and Thomas Aquinas, among others. Western History Perspective and Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 207
Human Rights, Intl Law (PSC)
Prerequisite: GSTR 210 or sophomore standing
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2014)
A philosophic examination of moral and philosophic issues involving the nature of law and rights, theories of just and unjust war, views of state sovereignty, and the international community. Thematic focus on legal and moral questions about uses of force in humanitarian interventions to address violations of human rights. Attention to classic and contemporary philosophic texts, relevant legal documents, and some basic structures of state and international order. Practical Reasoning (PR) and World Culture (Western) component of the International Perspective. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2014)
A philosophic examination of moral and philosophic issues involving the nature of law and rights, theories of just and unjust war, views of state sovereignty, and the international community. Thematic focus on legal and moral questions about uses of force in humanitarian interventions to address violations of human rights. Attention to classic and contemporary philosophic texts, relevant legal documents, and some basic structures of state and international order. Practical Reasoning (PR) and World Culture (Western) component of the International Perspective. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 209
Freedom,Law,&Modern State(PSC)
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An examination of some distinctive ways of thinking about law, freedom, and the state since the Reformation, including the social contract views of Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau, utilitarianism, Marx, 19th-century historicism, and 20th-century pragmatism. Western History Perspective and Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An examination of some distinctive ways of thinking about law, freedom, and the state since the Reformation, including the social contract views of Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau, utilitarianism, Marx, 19th-century historicism, and 20th-century pragmatism. Western History Perspective and Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 212
Science in Contemporary World
Prerequisite: GSTR 210 or sophomore standing
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2014-15)
An exploration of various topics in the philosophy of science. Possible topics include the nature of science and the scientific method, the implications of the results of contemporary natural sciences for humanity's place in the universe, and ethical questions that arise out of the scientific method and its results. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2014-15)
An exploration of various topics in the philosophy of science. Possible topics include the nature of science and the scientific method, the implications of the results of contemporary natural sciences for humanity's place in the universe, and ethical questions that arise out of the scientific method and its results. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 214
Approaches to Ethics
Prerequisite: GSTR 210 or sophomore standing
Offered: Typically annually (next offered 2013-14)
An examination of distinctive religious and philosophic ways of thinking about good, duty, virtue, and the nature of ethics. Attention to selected works of Thomas Aquinas, Aristotle, Kant, John Stuart Mill, and others. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically annually (next offered 2013-14)
An examination of distinctive religious and philosophic ways of thinking about good, duty, virtue, and the nature of ethics. Attention to selected works of Thomas Aquinas, Aristotle, Kant, John Stuart Mill, and others. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 215
Thinking About God
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An exploration of topics in the philosophy of religion. Possible topics include arguments for and against the existence of God, the nature and attributes of a divine being, and the nature of faith and religious experience. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An exploration of topics in the philosophy of religion. Possible topics include arguments for and against the existence of God, the nature and attributes of a divine being, and the nature of faith and religious experience. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 218
Symbolic Logic
Prerequisite: Completion or waiver of MAT 012
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
A study of deductive systems, including sentential and predicate logic. Attention to syntax, semantics, and derivations in formal languages. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
A study of deductive systems, including sentential and predicate logic. Attention to syntax, semantics, and derivations in formal languages. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 224
Free Will/Moral Responsibility
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An introduction to fundamental issues about the nature of human choice, the conditions of moral responsibility, and relationships between the two, including philosophic investigations of causation and determinism, whether only humans are able to act other than they do, and the scope of moral responsibility. Attention to classic texts and contemporary philosophic research, writing, and rigorous thinking about the metaphysics of free will and responsibility. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An introduction to fundamental issues about the nature of human choice, the conditions of moral responsibility, and relationships between the two, including philosophic investigations of causation and determinism, whether only humans are able to act other than they do, and the scope of moral responsibility. Attention to classic texts and contemporary philosophic research, writing, and rigorous thinking about the metaphysics of free will and responsibility. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 230
Reflecting on Nature
Prerequisite: GSTR 210 or sophomore standing
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
A course on philosophically informed thinking about the environment. Course explores ways of thinking about the environment, humanity, and other species, focusing on a few environmental problems illustrating fundamental puzzles about the biological sciences, about our responsibilities for nature and for future generations, and about the basis for valuing things human and non-human, living and inanimate. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
A course on philosophically informed thinking about the environment. Course explores ways of thinking about the environment, humanity, and other species, focusing on a few environmental problems illustrating fundamental puzzles about the biological sciences, about our responsibilities for nature and for future generations, and about the basis for valuing things human and non-human, living and inanimate. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 240
Practical Philosophy
Prerequisite: GSTR 210 or sophomore standing
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-14)
An exploration of selected topics in applied and professional ethics, which may include issues in medicine, law, and business, as well as privacy, confidentiality, and other aspects of being a professional. May be repeated for credit, provided topics differ. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-14)
An exploration of selected topics in applied and professional ethics, which may include issues in medicine, law, and business, as well as privacy, confidentiality, and other aspects of being a professional. May be repeated for credit, provided topics differ. Practical Reasoning (PR). 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 250
Minds, Brains & Machines
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2014)
An introduction to the philosophy of mind, examining such questions as whether there could be consciousness after bodily death, whether the mind is anything 'over and above' the brain and central nervous system, whether a human-built machine could ever think or be conscious. Attention to classic texts and contemporary philosophic research, writing, and rigorous thinking about the nature of mind and thought. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2014)
An introduction to the philosophy of mind, examining such questions as whether there could be consciousness after bodily death, whether the mind is anything 'over and above' the brain and central nervous system, whether a human-built machine could ever think or be conscious. Attention to classic texts and contemporary philosophic research, writing, and rigorous thinking about the nature of mind and thought. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 286
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
PHI 305
Classical Philosophy
Prerequisite: One PHI course
Offered: Typically annually Fall 2013
An examination of philosophy in ancient Greece and the Roman world'texts, ideas, and figures. Emphasis will be placed on the works of Plato and Aristotle. Western History Perspective. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically annually Fall 2013
An examination of philosophy in ancient Greece and the Roman world'texts, ideas, and figures. Emphasis will be placed on the works of Plato and Aristotle. Western History Perspective. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 310
Philosophy: Descartes to Kant
Prerequisite: One PHI course
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Spring 2013) 2015
An examination of European philosophy in the 17th and 18th centuries. Emphasis on the epistemological and metaphysical views of Descartes, Hume, Kant, and Locke. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Spring 2013) 2015
An examination of European philosophy in the 17th and 18th centuries. Emphasis on the epistemological and metaphysical views of Descartes, Hume, Kant, and Locke. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 315
Kant & Philosophical Legacies
Prerequisite: One PHI course
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An examination of selected philosophic topics, themes, or movements in 19th- and 20th-century European and American philosophy, such as German idealism, American pragmatism, philosophy as analysis, phenomenology and existentialism, and post-modernism. May be repeated for credit, provided topics differ. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2013-2014)
An examination of selected philosophic topics, themes, or movements in 19th- and 20th-century European and American philosophy, such as German idealism, American pragmatism, philosophy as analysis, phenomenology and existentialism, and post-modernism. May be repeated for credit, provided topics differ. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 380
Philosophy Seminar I
Prerequisite: One 300-level PHI course or permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Advanced study in a philosophic area, with an emphasis on careful reading of primary texts. Specific topic and prerequisites announced in the Schedule of Classes prior to registration. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Advanced study in a philosophic area, with an emphasis on careful reading of primary texts. Specific topic and prerequisites announced in the Schedule of Classes prior to registration. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 386
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
PHI 390A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 390B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 395
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
PHI 397A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 397B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 398
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course Credit
PHI 480
Philosophy Seminar II
Prerequisite: PHI 380
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Advanced study in a philosophic area, with an emphasis on careful reading of primary texts. Specific topic and prerequisites announced in the Schedule of Classes prior to registration. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Advanced study in a philosophic area, with an emphasis on careful reading of primary texts. Specific topic and prerequisites announced in the Schedule of Classes prior to registration. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
PHI 486
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
PHI 490A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 490B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 495
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
PHI 497A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 497B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
PHI 498
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course Credit
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