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Doctor of Liberal Studies

Ethical Problems in Contemporary Society

Course Description:

Using issues about the relation of religious beliefs and moral convictions, this course will provide an introduction to basic moral concepts. Students will examine the relation of moral teachings to the broader theological or philosophical framework in which they occur, analyze positions taken by religious moralists on particular issues, and compare those positions with those of secular thinkers. The course will not develop any particular theological position in the examination of selected issues; rather it will consider the worldview and position of representative religious and secular thinkers on these issues. Additionally, the students will consider arguments for and against moral absolutes, the so-called "situation ethics" debate. With this foundation, this course will apply these principles to specific moral issues such as war, sexuality, abortion, and euthanasia. Undergraduates who have completed less than 51 credits must have the permission of the assistant dean for BALS to register.


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Events & Highlights
Science and Human Values Lecture Series
Third Lecture - Friday, December 11, 2009
Georgetown Preparedness:
H1N1 Flu
Plays and Panels
Performing Arts Events in Collaboration with Synetic Theater in Rosslyn.
Graduation Celebration
2010 SCS Commencement, May 22, 5:00 PM, Gaston Hall (in Healy Building)
Students and faculty in the Graduate Liberal Studies program are recognized for their achievements at the Celebratory Graduation Dinner and Commencement
Liberal Studies at Georgetown Magazine
Read the fall issue of Liberal Studies at Georgetown Magazine for the calendar of fall events and news of the program, students, faculty, and alumni.
Join Liberal Studies Saturday Morning Art Tours
DLS Applications for 2010 due February 1, 2010
Complete application (online and/or "paper") packets for the Doctor of Liberal Studies degree are due and must be received by the Admissions Center, Georgetown University, 3307 M St., Box 571006, Washington, DC, 20057-1006 on or before February 1, 2010.
DLS Online Registration for Spring 2010
Online Registration begins Nov. 2, 2009 at 9:00 AM. The spring schedule, syllabi, and student instructions will be posted by October 23rd. To view the current and previous semester, click below:
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