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About The Course
Join us for a 8-week intensive study in Stoic Ethics. We will be examining an absolutely central, but also complex notion, that of virtue and the virtues. What is virtue? How do we acquire, develop, and apply it? How does virtue in general break down into the four cardinal virtues of wisdom, justice, courage, and temperance, and what does each of these virtues include, involve, and require? Is the Stoic viewpoint on virtue and the virtues a coherent one, and can criticisms of it be addressed from a Stoic perspective?
Enrolling in this class means you get to systematically study what Seneca, Cicero, Musonius Rufus, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius and other key writers have to say about the Stoic understanding of the virtues with an expert guide who has been studying, teaching, and writing about these topics for over a decade!
Tuition for the course includes the class sessions, access to discussion forums, downloadable handouts and worksheets, and other useful resources.
The course meets weekly on Saturdays, at 9:00 AM Central Time, starting on June 28. All of the course sessions will be recorded so students can review them at their leisure, and as many times as they would like.
Scott Tarulli, professor, Berkelee School of Music
"Philosophy classics always intimidated me. I couldn't follow a lot of it, and I did not get much out of reading. When I went to study with Dr. Greg Sadler, he helped me read the works in pieces while helping me understand. The best part is, he encouraged me to think about how some of these ancient ideas could be applied into my own life. I found him very personable, and kind. Absolutely fantastic mentor!"
Shirley Sciacca, student
"Dr. Sadler’s remarkable passion for philosophy, teaching, discussing, and engaging with others creates enlightenment across all fields of study. His energy is contagious as we delve into readings from Nietzsche, Kant, Plato, Aristotle, or Cicero. Philosophy complements the very essence of who we are and I can’t wait to join Dr. Sadler (and his wonderful sense of humor) alongside my fellow students again as I give honor to the life-long learner in me. "
Marc Smit, founder, Philosophy Companion
"Studying philosophy is rewarding but can also be challenging and lonely. Dr Sadler makes classical and modern texts approachable and accessible, while his classes bring me into conversation with fellow learners. His teaching has not only given me intellectual understanding but also a better appreciation for how I can put philosophy into practice."
About The Instructor
After a successful career as a college professor, researcher, and administrator, I started our company, ReasonIO to help people study and apply philosophy in public, practical, and professional contexts. I continue teaching philosophy, literature, religious studies, and humanities courses at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design.
I take difficult philosophical texts, thinkers, and topics, and make them accessible for everyday people. That's how philosophy gets traction and remains closely connected with real life!
From 2016 to 2022, I served as the Editor of Stoicism Today. I remain a member of the Modern Stoicism, ltd. team. I am also the producer of the Half Hour Hegel series. I have authored one book (Reason Fulfilled By Revelation), edited two volumes (Stoicism Today Selected Essays, volume 3 and volume 4), and published dozens of articles, book chapters, and encyclopedia entries. Although I work in significant part outside of the academy, I remain actively engaged in research and scholarship.
I have held a Research Residency at the Institute for Saint Anselm Studies, been a Visiting Scholar position at European Graduate School, and was a Charles Chesnutt Library Fellow. I am also an APPA-certified Philosophical Counselor.
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