FYS 129 The Meaning of Life
This course will focus on answering the most foundational “Why” question of human life through analyzing a broad range of approaches to what a “good life” might be. While the course will utilize philosophical works in investigating the human experience, it will also incorporate works of fiction and engage with artistic expression. Given that most societies have developed an idea of what makes life worth living and whether or not it has some purpose, this course will investigate a variety of visions of the good life. Such an approach will provide students with the tools to reflect on their own ideas while enabling them to encounter radically different understandings as well as significant similarities.