Dr. Sara Ahbel Rappe

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Biography

Sara Ahbel-Rappe is a Professor in the Department of Classical Studies at the University of Michigan, where she specializes in Classical Hellenistic philosophy and Neo-Platonism. She has made significant contributions to the study of ancient philosophy, particularly through her translations and analyses of key philosophical texts from the late antique period. Her work often explores the metaphysical systems established by Neoplatonist philosophers and their critiques of earlier traditions. Ahbel-Rappe's recent publications include 'Reading Neoplatonism' and co-editing the 'Blackwell Companion to Socrates.' She is actively involved in researching the complexities of late antique religion and philosophical thought, making her a noted scholar in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Teach and conduct research in Classical Studies, focusing on ancient philosophy, particularly Neo-Platonism and Classical Hellenistic philosophy.

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
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Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science