Graduate Student, Philosophy
SSHRC Doctoral Fellow, Teaching Assistant
Thesis Title: The Love of the Beautiful in Plato's Symposium
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Theodore Scaltsas
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About
I'm a PhD candidate in Ancient Philosophy, researching the Greek philosopher Plato's entwined theories of erôs and the beautiful. I am particularly interested in Plato's idea of "participation" in a Form, and the role this plays in his dialogue, The Symposium. I teach units on ancient, early modern, moral, and political philosophy and enjoy discussing anything remotely related to those areas.
-Education-
Present: PhD, Ancient Philosophy
University of Edinburgh
2009: MSc by Research, Ancient Philosophy, Distinction
University of Edinburgh
2007: BA (Hons.), Political Science, Summa cum laude
Trinity Western University
2005: Visiting Student in Ancient Philosophy
University of Oxford
-Professional Certification-
2011: Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching
University of Edinburgh
2006: Certificate in Public Affairs, Media Training
Trinity Western University
-Public Engagement-
Prior to beginning my postgraduate study, I worked as Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Canada. I was responsible for policy research put forward to the Monarch relating to parliamentary and judicial appointments to GIC boards, Crown Corporations, the Senate, and the Federal and Supreme Courts of Canada. I also assisted in tour and media relations during the visits of foreign heads of state and royalty.
I'm originally from Oakville, Ontario.
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