PHIL 1700 - Happiness and the Good Life

Institution:

Utah Valley University

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

Examines philosophical and other texts related to the role of happiness in human life, what constitutes a good life and human flourishing or "eudaimonia," and the role of happiness in living a good life. Critically evaluates through reasoning and logical argument philosophical theories and other views within the humanities concerning happiness, and the relation between happiness and living well. Engages respectfully with differing views concerning the good life, and the role of happiness in human life. Develops connections between philosophical views concerning happiness and the good life from differing global perspectives, including Ancient Greek and Roman, Classical Chinese, Indigenous and contemporary. Encourages self-reflection upon, and ethical consideration of what constitutes personal happiness and well being, and how happiness may contribute to living well. Addresses the issue of AI, and the possible role positive, negative, or neutral of AI and other emergent technologies in understanding and promoting happiness, in particular as a student at an institute of higher education.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uvu.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 863-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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