Friendship and the Good Life

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

This course explores the relationship between friendship and the good life. It will address questions such as: What does it mean to be a friend? What does it mean to live a good life? Are friends necessary to living a good life? If so, why? What roles do friends play in ethical and political life? How do friends contribute to happiness and overall flourishing? Readings are generally drawn from both traditional and contemporary philosophical authors. Reading lists and specific topics addressed vary from semester to semester and from instructor to instructor, as do required work and expectations. Please consult the syllabi posted online by individual instructors for more details.