Seminar in Political Philosophy

1.00 credits · Undergraduate

This seminar will investigate one or more major figures, historical periods or critical moments in political philosophy depending on the instructor's interests. Possible topics include the relation between reason and force, the constitution of a well-ordered society, the struggle for freedom, the nature of political community, the political conditions and effects of violence against women, and the legacies of colonialism. Students will normally be required to write a major paper and do an oral presentation.