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PPE-1004: Introduction to Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

Description: Discussion of classic and contemporary texts in philosophy, politics, and economics (PPE) with historical and current relevance. Core concepts, ideas, and topics include: history of moral, political, and economic thought; political economy; justice, equality, fairness, and democracy; socioeconomic status, power, class, and diversity; the human condition and its cultural evolution and experience in the United States and abroad. Course introduces students to basic principles of research and writing. First-Year Experience course.

Pathways: 2 Critical Thinking Humanities, 7 Identity & Equity in U.S., 10 Ethical Reasoning

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: N/A

Required By: N/A

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 5

Average GPA: 3.36 (rounds to B+)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 51.73%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 3.57%

Melinda Miller202453.7%29.7%2.9%2.9%5.0%6.0%3.343
Gil Hersch202471.1%7.9%13.2%5.3%2.6%0.0%3.382

Grade Distribution Over Time

1234GPA
Fall 2022Fall 2023Fall 2024Term050% W