Anglo-American University in Prague 2025 Summer Seminar in Classical Liberal Ideas
Classical Liberalism in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Spend one week in Prague, Czech Republic, discussing and studying Classical Liberal ideas and their application in today’s world. In partnership with the Anglo-American University, a Czech-based private university, the program brings together students from across the U.S. and Europe to study big ideas in the history of economics and philosophy with leading American and Czech academics and faculty.
The seminar takes place on July 21-25, 2025. The schedule can be found here.
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About the Seminar
The 2025 Classical Liberalism in PPE Seminar will be an intensive, week-long survey of philosophical, economic, and political ideas that have played key roles in the history and development of classical liberalism. The program will bring together students from across the U.S. and Europe to study big ideas in the history of economics and philosophy.
The daily programs will consist of two sessions, each featuring one hour of lecture followed 75 minutes of group discussion. Participants will have also ample time for exploring the beauty, history, art, and energy of Prague. Click the button below to view last year’s seminar schedule. The schedule for the 2025 seminar will be posted here at a later date.
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Workshop faculty include:
- Prof. Josef Šima, Professor of Economics, Metropolitan University, Prague
- Prof. Mark LeBar, Professor of Philosophy, Florida State University
- Prof. Adam Martin, Political Economy Research Fellow, Free Market Institute, Texas Tech University
- Dr. Dan D’Amico, Director, Stephenson Institute, Wabash College
This year’s workshop will run from July 21-25, 2025 (Monday through Friday).
While topics may vary, the 2025 program will be roughly similar to that of the 2024 workshop program. Here is that schedule.
Watch here for more information on student experiences from previous years at the Summer Seminar in Classical Liberal Ideas:
How to Apply
The registration fee for North American students is $1,000. The registration fee includes round-trip airfare, lodging, and a meal allowance. Successful applicants will be asked to make the payment to confirm their participation. Texas Tech University will confirm airfare and local arrangements in Prague on behalf of the confirmed participants.
For more information, contact: Josef Šíma: josef.sima@eceta.cz