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GENERAL LIST OF SUBJECTS.

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2. Greek Philosophy.—A rapid survey is taken of the development of philosophical thought in Greece, from its beginning through NeoPlatonism. Selections from the writings of Plato and Aristotle are read and discussed. In the Post-Aristotelian philosophy, Stoicism, Epicureanism, and scepticism receive special attention. Fall term, full study. Dr. DANIELS. 3. Modern Philosophy.—This course considers the formation and development of the problems and conceptions in philosophy from Descartes to the present time. Selections from the philosophical masterpieces of this period are carefully studied. Special emphasis is laid upon the philosophy of Kant. Winter and Spring terms, half

study. Dr. DANIELS.

4. Philosophical Seminary.—This course has two objects. A somewhat critical and thorough study of subjects of special prominence in philosophy, e.g., realism, idealism, and theory of knowledge. No text book is used. Topics are assigned and papers, prepared by the students, are read and discussed in the class. Acquaintance with current philosophical thought. To this end various articles on different aspects or problems of modern philosophy are read and criticised. Spring term, half study. Dr. DANIELS. 5. Advanced Philosophy. The work consists in a critical study of Lotze's Microcosmus, together with supplementary readings and discussions upon suggested topics. The course is designed for somewhat advanced students and is open to those who have received at least two credits in philosophy or have done an equivalent amount of work in this department. Winter and Spring terms, full study.

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Required: Philosophy 2, 3. 6. Practical Ethics.—In this course those questions which bear the closest relation to life and conduct are raised and discussed. The duties of the individual, the family, and the state are among the subjects considered. Special subjects in social ethics may be taken up, including the duties of society to the unfortunate and delinquent classes. Winter term, half study. Dr. DANIELS. 7. History and Criticism of Ethical Theories.—A careful and historical examination of the various types of ethical theory, including rational, hedonistic, eudemonistic, esthetic, and evolutional ethics. It is designed to make the student as familiar as the time allows with the writings of representative men of the various schools. Spring term, full study. DR. DANIELS.