101-Greek for Beginners. Introduction to the structure of classical Greek; reading of short texts from Plato to The New Testament to provide practice in literary reading and initiation in major areas of western thought. 2 units - Dobson. (Blocks 7-8)
111-Latin
for Beginners.
Introduction to the
structure of classical Latin; reading of short texts from Plautus to Milton and
Newton to provide practice in literary and rhetorical reading and initiation in
major areas of western thought. Attention to the history of the language and its
relation to ancient, medieval and modern culture. 1-2 units – Thakur
115: An Introduction to Classical Literature and Archaeology: Sounds and Sights of the Greeks and Romans--Introduction to ancient Greek and Roman cultures through reading of original sources and examination of material culture. Students will be exposed to literature from various genres (such as epic, dramatic, lyric and philosophical) and consider modern ways of receiving and interpreting them. Texts include Homeric and Virgilian epic, Greek tragedy and comedy, Platonic and Epicurean philosophy, Greek and Roman historians. The second part of the course will focus on the art, architecture and topography that relate to the texts discussed in course. We will explore sites throughout Greece and the Roman Empire, and objects found therein, while examining monumental building and the use of public space. The course will offer an introduction to printed and online sources of information and to college-level writing. Firt-year Experience. Carries Critical Perspectives: The West in Time designation. 2 units – Cramer, Thakur
201, 202-Reading in Greek. Introduction to Greek literature, including Homer and dramatic, philosophical or historical writing. Prerequisite: 101 or consent of instructor. 1/2 or 1 unit each; may be taught as block, semester or year, independent or group courses. - Dobson, Department. (Extended format; intensive block, block 3)
210-Greek Philosophy. An examination of the origins of Western philosophy as it arose in Greece. The course begins with the Presocratic philosophers, centers on the philosophy of Plato and Aristotle, and closes with the important Hellenistic traditions of Stoicism, Skepticism, Epicureanism, Cynicism and Neoplatonism. (Also listed as PH 101, block 4) 1 unit - Riker.
211, 212-Reading in Latin. Various ancient and medieval Latin
works. Prerequisite:
Two years of high school Latin or 111. 1/2 or 1 unit each; may be taught
as block, January 1/2 block, semester or year, independent or group courses. -
Thakur. (Block 8 intensive, both semesters extended format
offering.) 219-Greek Drama. A study of origins, early texts,
performance practices and developing theatrical conventions in various cultures,
with special emphasis on ancient Greek and Roman theatre. Discussion of the
evolution of theatre from religious rites to dramatic works of art. Authors
studied will include such figures as Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides,
Aristophanes and Seneca. (Also listed as Drama 201 and Comp. Lit. 200) 1
unit - Dobson, block 4. 220-Myth and Meaning. An exploration of myth as a source of meaning.
Topics include myth and fiction, myth and culture, myth and self-understanding
and the vitality of myth. Readings primarily in ancient Greek myths with
additional modern mythologies. Examinations of myth by authors such as
Joseph Campbell, Roland Barthes, C.S. Lewis and C.G. Jung. No knowledge
of Greek required. 1 unit - Dobson.
(Block 5)
221-The Invention of History. Herodotus, sometimes called the "father of lies", and Thucydides, sometimes called the first political scientist, treated as the first historians. Study of the ways of conceiving history and its relation to the peoples and periods explored. No Greek or Latin required. (Also listed as History 302.) 1 unit - Cramer. (Block 3)
222-Topics. Courses varying from year to year, to include offerings
in classical and comparative religion and mythology, history, language
and literature, anthropology, archaeology and women studies supplementary
to those offered in the catalogue. No Greek or Latin required. 1/2 unit
(for semester extended format) or 1 unit - Department.
Block 1: Topics: Gender and Sexuality in the Ancient World. An introductory survey of issues relating to gender and sexuality in Greece and Rome. The focus will be on the role of women in ancient society and their characterization in literature. Though our sources are dominated by male perspectives, the class will attempt a balanced and accurate picture of ancient society. The course will also place these literary depictions in the broader context of art, political and societal structure, religious belief and family relations. Authors examined will include Hesiod, Homer, Aristophanes, Virgil, the female poets Sappho and Sulpicia, Ovid, and many more. (Also listed as Feminist and Gender Studies 206.) 1 unit - Thakur
226: Roman History II: The Rise of the Ancient Roman Empire. Focus on how conservative Roman republican ideals were reconciled in an increasingly Hellenized empire dominated by an imperial dynasty. Following a brief survey of prior Roman history, the course will examine the development of the Roman state in the late first century under the emperor Augustus. The course will proceed to consider the Empire’s evolution and management under subsequent Julio-Claudian, Flavian, and Antonine dynasties. The city, its monuments, its art, its literature, bureaucracy and territorial expansion, the role of women, various social and minority groups, and the growth of Christianity will all be discussed. (Also listed as History 227.) 1 unit — Thakur. (block 4)
301, 302-Advanced Reading in Greek. Further exploration of ancient, medieval or modern Greek literature, done as independent reading. Prerequisite: 201, 202. 1/2 or 1 unit each; may be taught as block, semester or year, independent or group courses - Dobson, Department.
311, 312-Advanced Reading in Latin. Further exploration of ancient or medieval Latin literature. Prerequisite: 211, 212 or consent of instructor. 1/2 or 1 unit each; may be taught as block, semester or year, independent or group courses - Thakur.
322-Advanced Topics. Independent study for advanced students with knowledge of Greek or Latin who wish to pursue specific studies in specialized areas. 1 unit - Department.
401, 402-Directed Reading in Greek. Independent study of various authors. Prerequisite: 301, 302. 1/2 or 1 unit each; may be taught as block, semester or year courses - Dobson, Department.
411, 412-Directed Reading in Latin. Independent study of various authors. Prerequisite: 311, 312. 1/2 or 1 unit each; may be taught as block, semester or year courses - Thakur.
431-Thesis. Thesis subjects chosen by student and approved by department. Senior classics, classics-history-politics and classics-English majors. 1 unit - Department.
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