(Prerequisite: one course in PHIL or RELG). Ethical issues created by recent advances in medical technology, including questions such as the relationship between the health care provider and the patient truth and information autonomy and diminished capacity and genetic engineering within the context of moral reasoning. This includes metaphysical, ontological and epistemological foundation which shape roles, codes and rules that define spots. An exploration of the philosophical dimensions of sports and their ethical implications.
We will address questions such as: What does it mean to flourish as a human being? What makes actions right or wrong? Are there moral facts, or is it all just subjective? Students will be encouraged to discuss, share, and defend their own views. This course is an introduction to moral theory. Introduction to Ethics (3) (PHILOSOPHY/RELIGION). An exploration of various iterations and interpretations of the figure of Jesus as an historical person, a literary character, and a religious figure across a wide variety of writings, media, and religious/cultural traditions. Jesus in Mass Production (3) (PHILOSOPHY/RELIGION). Attention will be given to historical origins, daily practices and holidays, and contemporary issues. Emphasis on the major forms of these three faiths including Traditional and Reform Judaism, Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic and Protestant Christianity, and Sunni and Shiite Islam.
Survey of major monotheistic traditions in the West: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Religions of the West (3) (PHILOSOPHY/RELIGION). A variety of cultures are examined, including tribes from the Great Lakes, Plains and Southwest. Emphasis is on the intrinsic relationship between religion and culture in American Indian societies. An introduction to the worldviews and sacred traditions which form the basis of American Indian social, political, economic and material structures. Native American Sacred Traditions (3) (PHILOSOPHY/RELIGION, NON-WESTERN). Attention given to the historical development of various Christian approaches to social issues, emphasizing current social engagement. Contemporary social problems and their relationship to Christianity. Christian Social Ethics (3) (PHILOSOPHY/RELIGION). Sample of Popular Courses with Descriptions: RELIGION: Please follow this link to the Adrian College catalog for a comprehensive description of major and minor requirements and course offerings and descriptions: Below are some descriptions of some of our most popular courses. We offer a wide variety of courses in Religion, Philosophy, Leadership and Ethics.