CLASSICS 469      Archaeology And Biblical History
An examination of ancient Israel as she emerges from the ruins of the past, both lapidary and literary. Through a study of the ""mute documents,"" artifacts man-made (storied cities, household utensils, inscribed shards from Jericho to Jerusalem) we gain an insight indispensable for Biblical studies, for ancient Near Eastern history. Also listed as HISTORY 469.
Credits: 3 hours
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CLASSICS 470      Ancient Egypt
This course describes the political, social and cultural evolution of ancient Egypt from pre-dynastic times, with major emphasis upon the Old, Middle, and new Kingdoms (especially the 18th dynasty and the reign of Akhenaton). Also listed as HISTORY 470.
Credits: 3 hours
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CLASSICS 470P      Ancient World: The Social History Of The Ancient World
The optional four-credit-hour component (modified independent study) will concern the social aspects of these civilizations, i.e., their daily lives. Readings and audiovisual aids will be used to help the student who will be expected to choose one aspect of each civilization, such as women, slavery, merchants, education, medicine, etc., and write a five-page paper about that topic for each period, i.e, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Also listed as HISTORY 470P.
Credits: 4 hours
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CLASSICS 471      Ancient Greece
This course begins with a survey of the pre-classical Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations and then describes the rise of prominent Greek city-states (with particular emphasis upon the evolution of Sparta and the political, social and cultural contributions of Athens). The course concludes with the rise of Macedon and Alexander's conquests and significance. Also listed as HISTORY 471.
Credits: 3 hours
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CLASSICS 471P      Ancient World: The Political Structure Of The Ancient World
The four-hour lecture period on weeknights will emphasize the historical aspects of the ancient civilizations. The lectures will be chronologically organized to focus upon their evolution from their rise to their collapse. Also listed as HISTORY 471P.
Credits: 4 hours
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CLASSICS 472      Ancient Rome
This course covers Roman history from its origins (including the Etruscans) to the decline of the imperial system. Particular emphasis is placed upon the political, social and economic developments in the Republic, the death of the Republic, the early Principate, and the factors that led to Rome's decline in the ancient world. Also listed as HISTORY 472.
Credits: 3 hours
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CLASSICS 472P      Ancient World:The Cultural & Intellectual Dimensions Ancient Civ
The four weekend periods will provide the students with a general picture of these civilizations: society, religion, economics, and culture (w.f., arts, literature, philosophy, science, etc.). Guest lecturers, slides, films and video cassettes will be used to introduce the varied aspects of these ancient peoples. Also listed as HISTORY 472P.
Credits: 4 hours
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CLASSICS 475WI      History Of Ancient Israel
Judaism has had a tremendous impact on our civilization and yet most Americans are only dimly aware of its origins and development. This course will trace the roots of the Jewish religion in its historical context from its beginnings through the formation of rabbinic culture. The rise of Christianity will be examined in its original Judaic context, and recent discoveries, particularly those pertaining to the Dead Sea Scrolls, will be interpreted.
Credits: 3 hours
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CLASSICS 479      From the Parthenon to the Altar of Peace
The course centers on the many different styles of Greek and Roman art from the fifth century B.C. to the early first century A.D. Attention is also paid to the political and literary forces behind its imagery. Three monuments serve as the pillars upon which the course rests: the Parthenon, Pergamon Altar, and the Ara Pacis. The lessons learned about style, the interaction of politics, literature, and art and the foibles of scholarship are intended to be applied to other fields of art history. Cross-listed with Art-History 479. Prerequisite: Art-Hist 301, Clas 301 or permission of instructor
Credits: 3 hours
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CLASSICS 499      Senior Tutorial
A three-hour comprehensive reading and research tutorial leading to the writing of a senior paper. It consist of tutorial sessions and independent research leading to a major paper using original source materials. Prerequisite: Recommended for students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in Classical and Ancient Studies. Restrictions: Recommended for students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in Classical and Ancient Studies.
Credits: 3 hours
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