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Introduction to Political Theory

Course #: POLSCI 103

Description:
This course consists of close readings of three texts considered foundational to the history of Western political thought: Plato's Republic, Machiavelli's The Prince, and Marx and Engels' Communist Manifesto. It will examine the characteristic questions and problems raised by these texts concerning the nature of politics and justice, and examine what roles moral and epistemological knowledge might play with regard to both. Also considered will be questions of genre, history, and rhetoric, with special attention given to questions regarding authorial intent, readership, and audience.

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2025 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 3848 F
8:00 - 10:45 am
Henao Castro,Andres Wheatley-Peters W01-0004
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/02/2025 - 12/12/2025
Capacity: 50
Enrolled: 50
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Humanities, Stay On Track
02 14908 F
1:00 - 3:45 pm
Henao Castro,Andres University Hall Y04-4190
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/02/2025 - 12/12/2025
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 30
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Humanities, Stay On Track

2026 Spring

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 3104 TuTh
12:30 - 1:45 pm
Henao Castro,Andres Wheatley-Peters W01-0004
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity: 50
Enrolled: 12
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: Note number 121:,This course uses course material available through the Healey Library and other sources. There is no cost for the course material for this course.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Humanities, Stay On Track