Explores core problems of political life, including obligation, justice, and the relationship between equality and liberty, using ancient and modern sources.
Michelle Schwarze taught a reading-heavy course where students found the material dense but manageable because she clarified key concepts in lectures. Assessments included two in-class essays, which allowed revisions, and two exams that students generally described as easy or short. She encouraged group discussions and maintained a caring demeanor, remembering student names in large sections.
Michelle Schwarze led a discussion-based seminar with biweekly readings over 60 pages and two challenging papers. Students found the course difficult but appreciated the engaging format and her effective teaching.