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2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PHI 393-01 - Advanced Studies: History of Philosophy: Spinoza/Mental Health4 credits (Fall)
In this course we will do a careful reading of Spinoza’s Ethics and Theological Political Treatise. In particular, we will consider the implications of Spinoza’s philosophy of mind and theory of the affects to mental health and wellbeing. We will consider how Spinoza’s epistemology, political philosophy, and views on relational autonomy can inform mental health policy. Students interested in the Plus 2 Option: Students will produce digital products (e.g., brief videos, podcasts, infographics, etc.) to explain Spinoza’s concepts to mental health policy makers. This plus 2 option requires attendance to HUM 295-02 - Special Topic: Mental Health Policy and Outreach (Fridays 9-11:50 am first half of semester) in order to learn the necessary data analysis and digital humanities skills.
Prerequisite: PHI 233 .
Note: Plus-2 option available.
Instructor: Nyden
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