Philosophy and the Arts
Manchester
Liberal Arts :: Philosophy
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2022 - UNHM Credit (15 weeks) (08/29/2022 - 12/12/2022)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2022 - UNHM Credit (15 weeks) (08/29/2022 - 12/12/2022)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
25
CRN: 16420
CRN: 16420
Contemporary philosophic concerns and perspectives as reflected in one or more of the arts (literature, theatre, film, music, plastic art). Writing intensive.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): PHIL 421H
Attributes: Writing Intensive Course, Inquiry (Discovery), Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Phillip Deen
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2022 | 12/12/2022 | TR | 1:01pm - 2:50pm | PANDRA P501 |
Additional Course Details:
Specifically, this course will be on the philosophy of humor. We will discuss topics like what makes something funny, when if ever it is unethical to laugh, the political power of humor, and the relation between comedy and tragedy.