Instructor: Prof. Todd McGowan

Description:

This seminar discloses Prof. McGowan’s latest research on the topic of Capitalism, Desire, Freedom, and Universality. Participants will be provided reading materials and work through McGowan’s recent research findings. Participants are expected to participant in the live seminar.

Schedule:

Online— archived.

Format:

GCAS Online Zoom Platform

Credits: 1 (or audit) To receive 1 credit the cost is 150€.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

To develop a deeper more critical understanding of capitalism and its relationship to freedom and desire.

To develop a deeper more critical thinking apparatus and apply it to society and culture.

To develop a deeper appreciation for analyzing culture and its interdependency with economic hegemony.

Requirements:

To complete this course each researcher must submit a 2,500 word research paper (or video equivalent) on a seminar topic.

Prerequisites:

Advanced undergraduate or post-graduate philosophy and psychoanalytical training.