The Ecological Self - 1 Week

Mon+Th, 6-8pm ET

1 week, April 14-17

Contrary to the notion of human beings as atomized, individual workers and consumers, "the ecological self" as described by foundational "Deep Ecology" philosopher, Arne Naess, offers a different way of understanding social and ecological identity and potential. This course examines Naess's ideas to consider how interactions with plants, animals, and other non-human life shape social consciousness and ecological transformation. We also explore how this thinking addresses the current ecological crisis.   

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Instructor: Matt DelSesto is a sociologist researching urban design, sustainability, community-led innovation, the justice system, and pedagogy. Matt has taught at Boston College and Parsons School of Design at The New School. He completed his PhD in Sociology at Boston College and is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Emerson College.