SPE 4090 - Classical Rhetoric

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): SPE 1010, completion of General Studies requirements, and senior standing; or permission of instructor.

Description: This course acquaints students with the classical traditions of rhetorical theory including the presophists, sophists, Aristotle, Plato, Isocrates, Cicero, Quintilian, etc. Standards of “ethical persuasion” and the responsibilities of rhetorical persuasion are examined in-depth.

University Requirement(s): Senior Experience