PHI (0154) 292 - Philosophy of Peace and War

Credits: 3

Students investigate how religious and philosophical traditions have understood the causes of war and peace and the possible justifications for war. Examine contemporary forms of terrorism by asking: Are acts of terrorism conceptually distinct from acts of war? Can terrorism ever be justified? What is a just response to terrorism?

Gen Ed Learning Goal 1 GLOBAL AWARENESS/CIVIC ENGAGE Distribution Requirement Humanities and Languages

When Offered: Fall,Spring