


Leslie Paul Thiele's research focuses on continental
political
thought, environmental ethics and politics, sustainability, and the
intersection of
political philosophy, psychology, and cultural studies. He is currently
working on an interdisciplinary project that addresses the challenge of
translating environmental attitudes and values into ecologically,
socially, and economically sustainable practices. He is also
engaged in work that integrates Jungian psychology with contemporary
political and cultural studies.
If you would
like to see a list of Professor Thiele's teaching
interests, areas of research, and publications, please refer to his Curriculum Vitae.
In Spring 2009, Professor
Thiele is teaching POS 4931,
The Politics of Community and IDS
4940, Sustainability in Action.
In Fall 2009, Professor Thiele is teaching POT 4013, Great Political Thinkers I. He is also teaching IDS 2935, Facets of Sustainability. Students interested in this course may want to consider enrolling in the Minor in Sustainability Studies.