PHIL 101Introduction to Philosophy

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What does it mean to live well, know the truth, or be free? This course introduces students to philosophy as a global and multicultural practice, asking big questions through a diversity of perspectives. We'll explore ethics, knowledge, politics, and the mind while practicing the core skills of philosophy: spirited debate, logical argument, and self-reflection. By the end of the course, you will engage philosophy's central ideas while developing skills of analysis, argument, and reflection for life and the wider world.