Dr. Stephen White

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Stephen White. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Stephen White is a Professor in the Department of Classics at the University of Texas at Austin. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. His academic interests are centered on ancient philosophy, particularly the works of Aristotle and Zeno, as well as Greek literature, encompassing a wide range of genres including poetry, classical lyric, and Hellenistic hexameters. He teaches various topics related to ancient philosophy and Greek culture at multiple levels, focusing on the Greek language, Latin authors, and the cultures of classical antiquity. White is actively involved in ongoing research projects that delve into early Greek astronomy, the early Academy, and the poetic works of Praxilla. His educational pursuits are complemented by a commitment to philosophical inquiry and exploration of beauty and truth, making significant contributions to the study of ancient thought and literature.

Research Interests

Courses

GK 385 • Female Poets Ancient Greece GK 383 • Survey Greek Literature PHL 381 • Aristotle's Ethics CTI 301G • Intro Ancient Greece GK 311 • Intermediate Greek GK 324 • Euripides GK 390 • Aristotle Athens GK 385 • Wisdom Poetry

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.