HUM 214 — Great Debates of the Western World
This course focuses on presenting opposing views of controversial questions. Students discuss classic issues such as romanticism vs. classicism, militarism vs. pacifism, and liberalism vs. conservatism. Students also examine topics including abortion, pornography, and genetic engineering. They learn how to explore the variety and complexity of human values while maintaining a framework of a rational and fair-minded approach to all sides of every dispute.
Prerequisites: ENG 101