PHIL140 — Introduction to War, Peace, and Terrorism
PHIL 140 - Introduction to War, Peace, and Terrorism PHIL 140 - Introduction to War, Peace, and Terrorism (3 credits) Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. An introductory course exploring issues concerning war, peace, and terrorism from the perspectives of moral and political philosophy. Guest speakers present points of view. Topics usually include causes and justifications of war, conditions for peace, and whether terrorism is ever justified. Further topics may include conscientious objection, varieties of pacifism and nonviolent resistance, land mines, child soldiers, suicide terrorists, mercenaries, genocide, and international arms sales. Grade or P/NC. annually. Course Registration