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The idea of a university
Book • 1929
John Henry Newman's "The Idea of a University" is a seminal work on higher education, exploring the nature of knowledge, the role of universities in society, and the importance of a liberal education.
Newman emphasizes the pursuit of truth for its own sake, arguing that universities should foster intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.
He highlights the unity of knowledge, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various disciplines.
The book remains highly influential in shaping discussions about the purpose and function of universities.
It's a classic text for anyone interested in the philosophy of education.
Newman emphasizes the pursuit of truth for its own sake, arguing that universities should foster intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.
He highlights the unity of knowledge, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various disciplines.
The book remains highly influential in shaping discussions about the purpose and function of universities.
It's a classic text for anyone interested in the philosophy of education.
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Mentioned in 10 episodes
Mentioned by James Lindsay in relation to his podcast on theology.

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The Book of Woke: Introducing Critical Constructivism
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, quoting his saying about the point of a university.


Jacob Howland

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The Wisdom of Athens and Jerusalem and Lessons for Today: Jacob Howland
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when introducing Newman's thoughts on the gentleman and liberal education.


John Tveit

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The Josias Podcast, Episode V: Liberalism (Part 2)
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when discussing the different kinds of good according to Socrates.


Jacob Howland

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Jacob Howland on the Crisis of Higher Education and the University of Austin
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in relation to Newman's views on the propagation of truth and personal influence.

Thomas Hibbs

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What is Beauty? Aquinas and Contemporary Culture | Prof. Thomas Hibbs
Mentioned by Bishop Barron in relation to his views on higher education.

WOF 471: How to Reclaim Civil Society for the Common Good
Mentioned by Michael Knowles when discussing the purpose of a university education.

Ep. 1776 - WNBA “Pay Us What You Owe Us” Stunt BACKFIRES
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in the context of discussing the ideal of the university and its relation to the PMC.

David McCarricker

Why Left - Intro to Political Theory and Core Concepts at TU
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as a seminal figure in classical education whose work, 'The Idea of a University,' should not be ignored.

Christopher Perrin

Episode 35: John Henry Newman and True Education
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when highlighting that the two goals of a liberal arts education are to reason from first principles and to understand that the truth is one.

Paul Schaefer

Life-Changing Books That Inspired Our Classical Education
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as a book written by John Henry Newman.

Fr. Jacob

Yes Mother
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as a central text in his intellectual journey, highlighting its relevance to the discussion on grounding intellectual pursuits in ultimate meaning.

Michael Krom

The Moral Life | Prof. Michael Krom
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as one of the most famous books on higher education.

Randy Boyagoda

Making the case for what a university could and should be