PHIL 190 - Contemporary Philosophy

    Recent Professors
    David A. Eck
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2025
    Class Size
    15–23 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2025 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    A survey of major philosophic movements from the late 1800s until the present day. These movements include phenomenology, Marxism, pragmatism, logical positivism, existentialism, feminism, and race theory. The course explores the social, political, ethical, and religious impact the movements have had on contemporary society. Specific topics include the relationship between mind and consciousness, authenticity, socially situated knowledge, and the relationship between continental and analytic philosophy.
    Usually Held
    Wed 11:10am–12:25pm