PUBPOL 249 | Life Within Capitalism

Semester: Spring 2026
Meeting Times: TuTh 10:05 AM – 11:20 AM
Modes of Inquiry: Ethical Inquiry (EI)
Areas of Knowledge: Civilizations (CZ)
Course Description:

Examination of how capitalism has profoundly shaped people’s ethical values, with focus on United States. Investigates central developments behind history of capitalism; explores key struggles that led to formation of capitalist logic (choices, values, goals); traces impact of capitalist goals and measures on ethical values and choices; examines discussions about possible future developments within capitalism.

 

Cross-Listed Courses:

• ETHICS 271
• ECON 270
• HISTORY 284
• POLSCI 252