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PHIL 1635 A (CRN: 13388)

Philosophy: Ethics of Eating

3 Credit Hours

About PHIL 1635 A

Explores topics concerning the ethical dimensions of eating, such as the ethical status of contemporary food-production techniques, using the tools of philosophical argument and analysis. Content, readings, and assignments vary by section and instructor. Credit not awarded for both PHIL 1635 and versions of the course offered as PHIL 1010 to 1029.

Notes

Open to Degree and PACE students

Section Description

This is an intro to food ethics. We'll pick the topics together. Past classes have picked industrial agriculture, small-scale ag, local ag, food workers, food and identity, and consumption ethics.

Evaluation

Three exams, class participation, and some short writing assignments.

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