Classics
CLA 1014 Introduction to Greek and Roman Mythology
Presents an introduction to the major figures, myths, and themes in Greek and Roman mythology.
We will consider how ancient and modern writers, artists, and thinkers have used this mythology
in their works. Attention also will be given to modern theories of myth and to the relation of myth
to religion/cult and politics in the ancient world. II Humanities
CLA 1114 Introduction to Classical Greek
An intensive introduction to ancient Greek. The basics in Greek morphology, syntax, grammar,
and vocabulary-building will be covered. Short selections from Greek literature (from Homer to
the New Testament) will be read and discussed. Close study of the language will allow us also to
examine important aspects of Greek culture and thought. This course does not count toward
meeting the foreign language requirement.
CLA 2234 The Literature of the Greco-Roman World
A survey of ancient Greek and Latin literature in translation, which studies different genres and
major themes and examines authors in their historical contexts and in the Greco-Roman literary
tradition. The course will focus on how authors use Greco-Roman mythology to explore complex
issues. Some attention will be given to ancient literary criticism and to the modern reception of
this literature. II Humanities or IV
CLA 2244 Women in Antiquity
An interdisciplinary study of how women are represented in the early and formative stages of the
Western cultural tradition. We will examine both written and archaeological evidence for the lives
of women in the Greco-Roman world and discuss concepts of gender and human sexuality in
ancient culture and society. IV
CLA 2294 Special Topics
Study of aspects of the Greco-Roman world not fully treated in other classics courses. May be
repeated for credit. Standard or CR/NC grading. IV
CLA 3224 Augustan Rome
An in-depth and interdisiplinary study of Rome during the Augustan Age (40 BCE-14CE). Topics
include literature, art, architecture, the legislation and