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Nov 23, 2024
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PHL 211 - Philosophy of Art 4 credits Examines the role of art in human life through a critical engagement with the history of aesthetic concepts and artistic practices. Questions addressed in the course include: What is the nature of beauty? What is art’s connection to truth and knowledge? Is art primarily sensuous or intellectual? What is the relation between beauty and morality? Is there a universal standard of taste? We will strive to understand the nature of art and aesthetic experience through the illumination and application of diverse approaches and perspectives. Approved for General Education: Communication & Expression Capacity, University Studies - E Strand Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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