PHIL-417 Philosophy of Race (3)

One of the central concerns of modern philosophy is inquiry into the nature of identities. Through reading early-modern and contemporary philosophers of race, this course considers the ways philosophers have sought to resolve questions about race including if there is such a thing as race, whether there is a biological basis for race, and what is racism. The course also considers whether race is real or socially constructed and if the concept of race should be done away with altogether. Providing insight into the enduring cultural and philosophical significance of race in modernity, the course also provides students with the tools to engage critically with the reality of race in the world. Crosslist: PHIL-617. Prerequisite: PHIL-105.