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Thursday, October 29 in the Faculty Commons at 1:30, we’ll be discussing chapter 10 of my Introduction to Philosophy, “Right Action.” This is the chapter where we cover utilitarianism, Kant’s respect for persons and other approaches good action in ethical theory. I hope the chapter title doesn’t sound stern or stuffy. I intended it as a play on a component of the Buddhist 8 fold path and a particularly catchy Franz Ferdinand tune. Student’s might be more likely to get the later, but still, it might help to link the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqTsUtQLRFk

Is morality grounded in fundamental objective values?  Or is it grounded in our moral emotions and sentiments?  Or is morality merely a matter of social convention?  These are the central questions of Metaethics and we’ll take them up in the Faculty Commons on Thursday, October 15 at 1:30. Click here to read the chapter that will be covered.  Hope to see you there!!    – Russ

Reminder from Russ Payne!   Thursday, October 1 in the Faculty Commons – D 104.  1:30 to 2:30.   Introduction to Philosophy text will be continued (from last spring),  the last four chapters on ethics will be presented,  starting with “Love and Happiness.” No prior experience necessary. Hope you can join us!  Click here to read more.