THE MEANING OF LIFE

PHILOS 141

Course Description

Introduces the subject of philosophy through a question that is familiar to nearly every person: What is the meaning of life? This question will be approached through reading both classical philosophical works and the works of contemporary philosophers.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3 to 4

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Grade Point Average

3.56

8.81% from Historical

Completion Rate

98.46%

4.59% from Historical

A Rate

64.62%

75.83% from Historical

Class Size

4.69% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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