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May 08, 2024
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2018-2019 Hill Book (Class of 2022) [ARCHIVED HILL BOOK]
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PHL 286 - Genetics and Human Nature: Born that Way or Becoming Who We Are?Three Credits
Fall Semester
This course explores the implications of modern biology, particularly genetics, for our understanding of human nature. How does the biological viewpoint change how we distinguish normal from abnormal, natural from artificial, health from disease? What is its impact on the debate concerning nature and nurture, as well as on questions about race, sexual orientation, altruism, and gender?
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): One 100-Level Philosophy course.
Course Applies to: Gender & Sexuality Studies
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