Theory and Practice of Nonviolence   [Archived Catalog]
2018-2019 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Spring Addendum
   

TSC 6510 - Theory and Practice of Nonviolence


This course examines the history and basic principles of a variety of nonviolent approaches, including those of seminal figures such as Buddha, Jesus, Gandhi, and King, as well as the views of contemporary social activists and theorists, both secular and spiritual. The applications of philosophies of nonviolence to various social and political domains are critically considered. A range of methods and strategies for nonviolent social change are explored, utilizing study of historical and recent cases. 3 credit(s)