PHIL 31.09 Metaphysics of Race
Are human races social or biological? Do races have essences? Why does race have such a grip on our identities and on who holds power in society? This course examines the social construction of race as well as how racial categories interact with human biology and psychology. Racial categories, undoubtedly, impact people’s lives. We shall investigate what these racial categories really are and whether we can (or should) eliminate them for a more just society.
Prerequisite
One Philosophy course, or permission of the instructor.