PHL 217 - Animal Minds, Animal Lives

Credits: 3

An exploration of the philosophical questions that arise from considering the ways in which nonhuman animals are similar to and different from humans. Questions from ethics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, feminist philosophy, and political philosophy will be taken up. Scientific evidence and the history of our attitudes toward nonhuman animals will be investigated in the process.

Repeatable: May not be repeated for credit
Requirements: Any 100-level PHL course or permission of instructor.