Continuing Education
The Humanist Institute is committed to the education of adults thoughout North America in the principles and practices of humanism. Organizations or groups interested in the curriculum of The Humanist Institute can arrange for short courses on one or more of the following themes:
- History of Humanism
- Roots and Evolution of Humanism
- Humanist Principles and Practices
- Thinking and Living as a Humanist
- Heroes and Heroines of Humanism
- Humanism's Allies in Social Reconstruction
- Moral Education and Humanist Communities
- Humanism in a Globalizing World
Other seminar topics may be selected from the courses of the Institute. Arrangements should be made through the Dean. The Humanist Institute will assign faculty for this purpose. The courses will be held in the geographical area where the group or organization is headquartered.
Exploritas
Humanism: An Ethical World View
Humanism is a progressive philosophy that, without supernaturalism, affirms mankind's ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of humanity. Explore the history and philosophy of the humanist movement through the research and writings of modern-day adherents like Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, Sam Harris and Christopher Hitchens. Discuss how an ethical perspective based on critical thinking, science and aaesthetics can shed light on important issues, from threats to our civil liberties and religious freedome to feminism, racism and ethnic bias. Along the way, enjoy expert-led walks to Mount Snow and other sites in the are to learn about and admire the local environment
Five-day program outline
- Welcome To The Program
- Introduction to Humanism
- The Four Horsemen, Modern Thinkers
- Critical Thinking and Science of Humanism
- Humanist Tools and Their Application to Contemporary Issues
- Reason and Accountability, The Way to Live