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For Undergraduates and Graduates.

Philosophy C1: The History of Philosophy: Philosophy B1, or B2,
or B3, or the equivalent, prerequisite.—The history of thought and the influence
which philosophical ideas have exerted in the development of civilization.
The lectures will give a general account of philosophical speculation
from its beginnings among the Greeks to the present time. The endeavor
will be made to present the various philosophical systems in their relation
to the science and general civilization of the ages to which they belong,
and to estimate their social and political significance. A large part of the
year will be devoted to the theories and problems of modern times. Reading
of texts and commentaries, lectures, discussions, and essays. Monday,
Wednesday, Friday, 10-11. Peabody Hall, Room 3. Professor Lefevre.

Philosophy C2: Social Psychology: Philosophy B1, or B2, or B3, or the
equivalent, prerequisite.—A consideration of certain major topics of general
psychology, followed by the psychology of group living, with especial reference
to instinct and emotion, the sentiments, the psychology of the
crowd, etc., including a brief survey of the genesis and growth of social
institutions. Reading of texts, lectures, discussions, and reports. Tuesday,
Thursday, Saturday, 9-10. Peabody Hall, Basement Room 1. Adjunct Professor
Balz.