This course focuses on such approaches as Virtue Theory, Deontology, and Consequentialism, their source in classical texts, their treatment of such issues as the nature of value, the justification of action, and the psychology of moral choice, as well as on critiques of these approaches. Not open for credit to students who have previously taken PHIL 202.
A critical reading of selected philosophical and literary works which explore the nature and significance of religious faith. This course will consider how literary narrative and philosophical analysis function distinctively in the dialogue of faith and reason. Major figures will include Pascal, Hume, Kierkegaard, Walker Percy, Flannery O'Connor, and C.S. Lewis. The class will be conducted as a seminar with in-class presentations and a semester-long project.
An examination of central issues in the philosophy of language, such as the nature of meaning and truth, and their bearing on broader philosophical controversies.
Physical Education
English Change Ringing is a non-competitive and non-contact team activity performed on the ring of eight bells in Breslin Tower. The "exercise," as it is commonly known, is highly stimulating intellectually and mildly demanding physically. It develops mental and physical skills in the context of a communal effort. A successful student will acquire the bells handling skills necessary to begin ringing the changes.
Skill development to ring common English change ringing methods such as hunting, Plain Bob, Grandsire, Steadman, etc.
The pilates exercise program creates length, strength, and flexibility in the muscles. It promotes body balance and helps to provide spinal support. The program also uses mental focus to improve efficiency of movement while encouraging the control of muscles.
For both beginners and advanced players. No equipment is necessary for the students in order to be a part of this course. Court shoes are required.
This course teaches the ground school requirements for the private pilot's license and provides instruction of basic flying skills.
Participation in the Sewanee Volunteer Fire Department.
This course may be repeated for credit when the topic differs.