Courses
Winter 2012
Intermediate Latin II
Classical Mythology
An introduction to the major myths of the gods and heroes of ancient Greece, along with their origins and interpretations. Because classical mythology played such an important role in the development of the Arts in Western civilization, this course has a strong visual component, and every lecture is accompanied by slides.
The textbook is Morford and Lenardon's Classical Mythology , and the instructor reads aloud from at least one ancient text during every class meeting. Evaluation is done on the basis of daily quizzes, along with a midterm and a final exam. All students are also required to take a map test and a slide based exam identifying all the major shapes of Greek vase treated in the class.
Same as INDI 245 and LATN 245. Fulfills the fine arts requirement.
History of Greece
Greek history from the Paleolithic up to the beginning of the Hellenistic period. We will read the entire Iliad, and selections from Herodotus and Thucydides.
Fall 2012
Women in Greece and Rome
Elementary Latin I
Classical Mythology
Winter 2013
Intermediate New Testament Greek II
Elementary Latin II
Classical Mythology
History of Rome
Fall 2013
Elementary New Testament Greek I
Intermediate Latin I
Classical Mythology
Winter 2114
Elementary New Testament Greek II
Intermediate Latin II
Hindu Mythology
Women in Greece and Rome
Beginning Latin is offered every fall semester, and continues in a two-year sequence. Students with advanced knowledge of Latin should consult with the instructor regarding independent study options.
LATN 1110: ELEMENTARY LATIN I
This course is a gentle introduction to the study of the Latin language. Using the Ecce Romani textbook series, students learn grammar and vocabulary through a set of graded readings that follows the adventures of a Roman family.
LATN 1120: ELEMENTARY LATIN II
Continuation of LATN 1110. Prerequisites: LATN 1110 or equivalent
LATN 2110: INTERMEDIATE LATIN I
Continuation of LATN 112. Review and further study of grammar, continued reading of narrative prose. Prerequisites: LATN 112 or equivalent.
LATN 2120: INTERMEDIATE LATIN II
Continuation of LATN 211. Prerequisites: LATN 211 or equivalent.
CLAS/WOST 3460: WOMEN IN GREECE AND ROME
This course examines the evidence we have regarding the lives and societal position of women in the Ancient World from the Homeric Epics through the Roman Empire. Students read a variety of texts, including law cases, short stories, and manuals on estate management, as well as four Athenian plays. The course also deals with the visual arts and archeological evidence from the time period in order to convey as complete as possible a picture of women’s lives during these times. During the semester, each student will write a substantial research paper on the topic of their choice and deliver a 40-50 minute class presentation on that topic.
CLAS 2450: CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY