GERMAN 116
20th-Century German Philosophy
Description: Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. Taught in English. German philosophy, which may generally be characterized as philosophy that takes activity rather than passive subsistence to be fundamental nature of all things, is one of Germany's greatest gifts to humanity. Exploration of second half of two-century history of German philosophy--period from Nietzsche through Habermas, including Heidegger, Gadamer, Jaspers, and Frankfurt School theorists. Letter grading.
Units: 4.0
Units: 4.0
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Professor Hewitt is witty, personable, and extremely intelligent. The reading for this class is dense and difficult, but Hewitt breaks down the material in class with funny, contemporary analogies. If you are interested in philosophy and theory, regardless of your major, take this class. But do all the reading and be prepared to be called on in class.
Professor Hewitt is witty, personable, and extremely intelligent. The reading for this class is dense and difficult, but Hewitt breaks down the material in class with funny, contemporary analogies. If you are interested in philosophy and theory, regardless of your major, take this class. But do all the reading and be prepared to be called on in class.
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McCumber is a great professor. I had him for German Philosophy and his class really got me interested in reading further on the philosophers we studied. You learn a lot about significant philosophers of the pertaining century that you take the class (he teaches 19th and 20th century German Philosophy). If you are on the fence about taking him, I only have two words for you. Take him. He is a great guy, he is approachable and understanding, and his class isn't very hard so you can not feel stressed while learning the information. The final was a very long take home paper so there really is minimal stress involved in his class and very meaningful things learned. No reason not to take him. So take him.
McCumber is a great professor. I had him for German Philosophy and his class really got me interested in reading further on the philosophers we studied. You learn a lot about significant philosophers of the pertaining century that you take the class (he teaches 19th and 20th century German Philosophy). If you are on the fence about taking him, I only have two words for you. Take him. He is a great guy, he is approachable and understanding, and his class isn't very hard so you can not feel stressed while learning the information. The final was a very long take home paper so there really is minimal stress involved in his class and very meaningful things learned. No reason not to take him. So take him.
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Prof Wagener is awesome! He knows what he's talking about. He's knowledgable in everything and makes you feel very welcome in seeking his help with anything. He's a great guy, very nice. Classes are enjoyable and reading is interesting. He's a great source for EAP. Take him if you can!
Prof Wagener is awesome! He knows what he's talking about. He's knowledgable in everything and makes you feel very welcome in seeking his help with anything. He's a great guy, very nice. Classes are enjoyable and reading is interesting. He's a great source for EAP. Take him if you can!
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