Course Schedule and Catalog

Department: *Classics*

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Distribution Group: Distribution Group I

Credit Hours: 3

Description: FRESHMAN SEMINAR: SOCRATES: THE MAN AND HIS PHILOSOPHY ***** DISTRIBUTION COURSE GROUP 1 ***** Socrates is often considered the first moral philosopher. Yet he was tried for impiety, convicted, and executed by his fellow citizens. His influence on Western thought and literature has been immense, even though he left no writings of his own. In this discussion-style seminar we will consider how Socrates practiced philosophy, how Plato represented Socrates and Socratic philosophy in writing, and what effect Socrates had on Athens and his fellow Athenians. Readings will consist mainly of Plato's Socratic dialogues, with emphasis on the Apology and Gorgias. In addition to papers, each participant will make one presentation and lead one discussion. ***** Enrollment is limited to 15. ***** Cross-listed as FSEM 101.