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1.00 Credits
No Course Description Available. 1.00 units, Lecture
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The economic, social, political, military, and linguistic condition of Britannia during the almost four centuries of her existence as a province of Rome (A.D. 43-c. 425). Particular attention will be directed toward assessing the extent of fusion between the Roman and Celtic cultures of the period. To that end the Celtic myths and examples of contemporary Celtic art will be adduced, in addition to the primary archaeological, historical, linguistic, numismatic, and epigraphical sources available. Knowledge of Latin or any of the Celtic languages is not required. 1.00 units, Lecture
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The course studies the major tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Aspects to be investigated include the origins and development of tragedy as a literary form; Greek theater production; tragedy's social and historical context and its reflection of contemporary social, political, and philosophical issues; and the relation of tragedy to ritual and myth. 1.00 units, Seminar
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A close study of Homeric epic and the various types of epic derived from and influenced by Homer from the Mycenaean age to the Hellenistic period, from the Roman Republic to the Empire; the nature of oral epic and of oral composition, development of form and theme, the changing role of the hero, and the influence on subsequent European literature. 1.00 units, Lecture
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This course explores the art, architecture, and archaeology of the Aegean Bronze Age, with a focus on the Minoan and Mycenean cultures. Topics covered include the techniques and methods of Bronze Age artists and architects, the influence of Egypt and the Near East on Aegean culture, governmental structures, issues of race and gender, funerary customs, religion, and evidence for cannibalism and other cult practices. 1.00 units, Lecture
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A 300-level seminar course (Classical Civilization and Art History). A study of the ways in which cultural interconnections in the Mediterranean basin are manifested in ancient art and architecture. Students will examine various interpretations of the ancient evidence and draw their own conclusions. Special topics will vary from year to year and may include the Black Athena controversy, affinities and hostilities between Greeks and Persians, and the Eastern Roman Empire. 1.00 units, Seminar
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Through an examination of Roman art in its cultural context, this course assesses the role of art in the lives of the ancient Romans. To what extent did wealthy Romans commission art that reflected their personalities, social standing, personal interests, and private fantasies Students will examine a variety of decorative arts, from tableware to wall paintings. Differing interpretations of the ancient evidence will be examined and students will be encouraged to draw their own conclusions. 1.00 units, Seminar
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Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar's Office, and the approval of the instructor and chairperson are required for enrollment. 1.00 units min / 2.00 units max, Independent Study
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No Course Description Available. 0.50 units min / 1.00 units max, Independent Study
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0.50 Credits
Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar's Office, and the approval of the instructor and chairperson are required for enrollment. 0.50 units min / 1.00 units max, Independent Study
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