The Ohio State University Department of Classics

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CLAS 1101

Introduction to Classical Literature
Introductory survey of the Greek and Roman achievement in literature and its contribution to Western thought; selected readings in English translation in major authors from Homer to Boethius. GE lit and diversity global studies course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 1101H

Introduction to Classical Literature
Introductory survey of the Greek and Roman achievement in literature and its contribution to Western thought; selected readings in English translation in major authors from Homer to Boethius. Prereq: Honors standing, or permission of instructor. GE lit and diversity global studies course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2010

Classical Background of Scientific Terminology
An introduction to the Greek and Latin roots of modern scientific terminology, especially medical and pharmaceutical terminology. This is an online-based course. In-person sessions include first-day orientation, midterm, and the final exam. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 210.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2101

Ancient Greece and Rome
Comparative historical analysis of ancient Mediterranean societies in the Near East, Greece and Rome from the Bronze Age to the Fall of Rome, with a focus on citizenship. Students will compare notions of citizenship in empires and authoritarian regimes with smaller, more egalitarian city-states and republics, and analyze the ideological similarities and differences between antiquity and today. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for History 1211 or 2201. GE historical study course. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course. Cross-listed in History 2201.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2201

Classical Civilization: Greece
A survey of ancient Greek civilization, concentrating upon important facets of literature, history, art, and archaeology. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 224. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2201H

Classical Civilization: Greece
A survey of ancient Greek civilization, concentrating upon important facets of literature, history, art, and archaeology. Prereq: Honors standing, or permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for Classics 224H. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2202

Classical Civilization: Rome
A survey of the civilization of ancient Rome, concentrating upon important facets of literature, history, art, and archaeology. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 225. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2202H

Classical Civilization: Rome
A survey of the civilization of ancient Rome, concentrating upon important facets of literature, history, art, and archaeology. Prereq: Honors standing, or permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for Clas 2202 (Classics 225) or 225H. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2204

Medicine in the Ancient World
An introduction to the theory and practice of medicine in ancient Greece and Rome. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 230. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2205

Sports and Spectacles in the Ancient World
The history and social role of gymnastic and athletic competition in Greece and Rome. The evolution of their modern revivals. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 250. GE cultures and ideas course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2206

Politics and Political Thought in the Ancient World
An advanced overview of the governance, politics, and political thought of ancient Greece and Rome. You will trace the development of the ideals and practices of ancient democracy, oligarchy, monarchy, and citizenship within their historical contexts; and examine how some of the earliest political theory was shaped by the societies in which philosophers and theorists lived. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2207

Classical Origins of American Civics
This course examines how American democratic civic traditions have been shaped by the Classical worlds of Greece and Rome. Students explore the direct and indirect ways in which the politics, philosophy, and culture of the ancient world has played a central role in the creation of the American Republic and develop means of critiquing the role of the ancient world in modern political discourse.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2220

Classical Mythology
Personalities and attributes of the Greek and Roman gods and goddesses, their mythology and its influence on Western culture. GE lit and diversity global studies course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2220H

Classical Mythology
Personalities and attributes of the Greek and Roman gods and goddesses, their mythology and its influence on Western culture. Prereq: Honors standing, or permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 2220. GE lit and diversity global studies course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2222

From Ishtar to Christ: The History of Mediterranean Religions
This course introduces students to the historical facts of 10 ancient Mediterranean religions in a context that trains them to study religions more generally. It also teaches them how two of the most prominent religions today--Judaism and Christianity--succeeded within a richly diverse religious marketplace, and how religions respond to their political, economic, and social environments. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for RelStds 2222. Cross-listed in RelStds.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2301

Classical Archaeology
Principles, methods, and history of archaeological investigation in the ancient Greek and Roman world, illustrated through a selection of major classical sites. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for History 2210 or HistArt 2301. GE cultures and ideas and historical study and diversity global studies course. GE theme traditions, cultures, and transformations course. Cross-listed in History 2210 and HistArt 2301.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 2500H

Greek Identities: Ancient and Modern
Explores how Greeks defined themselves by comparing ethnic and national identity in ancient and modern Greece. What does it mean to be Greek? Prereq: Not open to students with credit for MdrnGrk 2500H (250H). GE lit course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3000

From Rome to Europe and Beyond
Survey of the influence Latin as a literary language had on Western cultures from the Middle Ages to the present day. GE cultures and ideas and historical study course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3100

Topics in Ancient Literature and Culture
In depth analysis of selected topics in ancient literature and culture. Varies. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3101

Greek and Roman Epic
Study of Greek and Roman epic based on extensive readings in English translation of works by authors such as Homer, Apollonius, Vergil and Ovid. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 301.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3102

Greek and Roman Drama
Study of Greek and Roman drama based on extensive readings in English translation of the plays of such authors as Sophocles, Euripides, Menander, Plautus, or Seneca. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 302.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3103

Comic Spirit in Antiquity
Study of the comic literature of the Greco-Roman world based on extensive readings in English translation drawn from epic, drama, satire, and the novel. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 303.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3191

Internship in Classical Archaeology
This internship course trains students to work in the OSU Classics Department?s twin research and teaching collections: the OSU Museum of Classical Archaeology and the Center for Epigraphical and Paleographical Studies on west campus. Students enrolled in this class will engage in hands-on training in object handling, conservation, collections management, stewardship, and curation.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3203

War and Displacement in Ancient Greek and Roman Literature
This courses focuses on 1) war and displacement in ancient Greek and Roman literature and 2) current scholarship on migration, mobility, and immobility in the ancient world. We investigate whether and how ancient literary texts (typically produced by elite men) can be used to study broader phenomena in the experience of ancient peoples, such as displacement, exile, and captivity. Prereq: English 1110.xx, GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. GE lit course. GE theme migration, mobility, and immobility course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3205

What is Race? Perspectives from Antiquity to the Present
This course introduces students to ancient Greek and Roman ideas of race, ethnicity, and gender, to the intersections between these ideas in the thought and lived experience of ancient peoples, to how these ideas were used, remade, and redeployed in early modernity and afterward, and to the key role of the ancient Mediterranean in modern racist ideologies. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or completion of GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy Course, or permission of instructor. GE foundation race, ethnicity and gender div course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3210

Classics and African American Political Thought
This course focuses on citizenship, leadership, and political change in ancient Greek and Roman and modern African American thought. We examine how African American thinkers have 1) interpreted, made use of, and revised the Classics in their own work and 2) contributed to and developed traditions of political inquiry and debate traced to ancient Greece and Rome. Prereq: English 1110.xx, GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3212

Greece and the Mediterranean from Alexander to Cleopatra
This class explores the rhythms of the Hellenistic period from the decades that preceded Alexander's campaign against Persia to the absorption of the last of the successor kingdoms by the Romans in 30 BCE. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or completion of GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3212. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3213

Slavery in the Ancient World
Study of slavery as an institution and ideology of ancient Greece and Rome, including its importance in the ancient family, economy, and culture. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 3202, History 3213 or 3213H. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3215

Sex and Gender in the Ancient World
Introductory survey of women, gender, and sexual relations in the ancient Mediterranean world, especially Greece and Rome. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3215. GE historical study and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies and race, ethnicity and gender div course. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3217

Family, household, and kinship in the Ancient World
This upper-level course focuses on the family as a foundational unit of ancient Mediterranean societies. Through a survey of primary and secondary literature, the students will engage with the evolution of familial networks from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity, with a focus on the Greco-Roman world. Prereq: English 1110.xx, GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3217. GE theme traditions, cultures, and transformations course. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3221

History of Rome: Republic to Empire
An advanced survey of Rome's history from the late Republic to the early Empire under Augustus and his successors. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or completion of GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3221 or 2212. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3222

The Roman Empire, 69-377 CE

An advanced survey of Rome's imperial history from the end of the Julio-Claudian dynasty to the death of Constantine. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or completion of GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy Course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3222. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3223

The Later Roman Empire
An advanced survey of Rome's history in the fourth, fifth, and sixth centuries with focus on themes of decline, fall, and transformation. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3223. GE historical study course. GE theme traditions, cultures, and transformations course. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3223

The Rise of the Roman Republic
An advanced survey of Rome's history from the foundation of the city to the establishment of the Republic's Mediterranean Empire, ca 150 BC. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3220. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3224

Citizens and Subjects of Rome: Empire, Slavery, and Law
This upper-level course focuses on the people of the Roman empire, its citizens, subjects, and neighbors. Focusing on different groups (e.g., the lower classes of Rome, the Greek speaking colonies in Italy, foreigners serving in the army, provincials, enslaved individuals, women), this course surveys how Rome, through its laws, restricted access to citizenship and full participation in government. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or GE foundation writing and info literacy course, and Jr or Sr standing; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3224. Cross-listed in History. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3301

Law, Citizenship, and Empire in Later Rome
This course explores the historical, social, religious, and cultural processes that led to the codification of Roman law by Justinian and his predecessors (this is primarily a historical course, not a course in jurisprudence). Also, this course will examine how changing notions of citizenship within the later empire effected and were affected by the practice and creation of law. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3302

Citizenship in Democratic Athens
This class explores the performance of citizenship in ancient Athens. We will study how eighteenth and nineteenth century thinkers sought to marginalize Athens' democratic nature, we will then cover Athens' transformation from oligarchy to tyranny, learn about democracy in the sixth and fifth centuries BCE, and examine Athens' political structure. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3401

Ancient Greek Religion
Study of ancient Greek religions, including the beginnings of Christianity. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 323. GE historical study course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3403

The Hero in Classical Mythology
The development and interpretation of the major cycles of classical saga based on extensive readings in Greek and Roman epic and drama. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 322.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3404

Magic in the Ancient World
An introduction to the theory and practice of magic in the ancient Mediterranean, how people viewed it, and how it survived in later epochs. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3408

Ancient Roman Religion
Study of religious life and institutions in the Roman Republic and Empire, with due attention to the primary sources, in translation, and their difficulties. GE cultures and ideas and historical study course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3700

Pompeii
This course investigates the cities and sites destroyed by Vesuvius, including the urban fabric of Pompeii and Herculaneum. We will look at Pompeii?s urban design, public and private spheres and their decoration, and at the wider cultural, geographical and historical contexts of the art produced by and for its residents. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or GE foundation writing and info literacy course, or permission of instructor. GE theme lived environments course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3701

Domestic Space and Public Life in the Roman World
In this course, we study ancient Roman domestic spaces (houses, apartments, villas, and palaces) and the relationship between these spaces and the built and natural environments of the ancient Roman world. Our goals are to understand the distinct significance of domestic space in the Roman world and to reflect on what housing means for us in our own environments and communities. GE theme lived environments course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3720

The Corrupting Sea: The Environmental History of the Ancient Mediterranean
A historical examination of interactions between the environment and human activity in the ancient Mediterranean. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for History 3720. GE historical study and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course. Cross-listed in History.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 3956

Black Cultures and Classical Education
Study the role of classics in African and the African Diaspora (US, Caribbean, Brazil). Major themes include: adaptations of classical literature, impact of classical education, classics as a tool of colonial oppression, classics as a tool of anti-colonial resistance, theories of race, classical and classicizing depictions of black bodies. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for AfAmASt 3956. Cross-listed in AfAmASt. GE lit course. GE diversity global studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 4101

Classical Receptions: Ancient Greece and Rome in the Modern World
Explorations of the reception of ancient culture in the modern world, from creative cultural engagements to comparative political and social topics.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 4101

Classical Receptions: Ancient Greece and Rome in the Modern World
Explorations of the reception of ancient culture in the modern world, from creative cultural engagements to comparative political and social topics.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 4201

Political Thought and Institutions in the Greco-Roman World
Selected topics concerning the development of ancient political theory. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 505.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 4501

The Good Life: Ancient Ethical Philosophy
Explorations of ancient ethical philosophy, from Socrates to the Hellenistic schools of Epicureanism and Stoicism, including their legacy in later periods.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 4998

Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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CLAS 4998H

Honors Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Honors standing, and Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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CLAS 4999

Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in classics. Prereq: Jr standing or above, and enrollment in Classics major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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CLAS 4999H

Honors Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in classics. Prereq: Honors standing, Jr standing or above, and Enrollment in Classics Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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CLAS 5101

Classical Literature: Theoretical Perspectives and Critical Readings
Introduction to central debates and influential approaches to the study of Classical literature, from ancient literary criticism to modern literary theory.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 5302

Studies in Greek or Roman Topography
The topography and archaeology of ancient Athens, Rome, or other sites important to Greco-Roman literature and civilization. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 656.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 5401

Methodologies for the Study of Ancient Religions
Introduction to the methodologies and the scholars who have significantly influenced the study of ancient religion. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for NELC 5401. Cross-listed in NELC.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 6001

Proseminar in Classics
Prepares new graduate students for research in Classics.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 6002

Classics Professionalization Seminar
Introduction to the academic profession of Classics and its culture. Prereq: Grad standing in Classics, or equivalent.
Credit Hours: 2
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CLAS 6780

History of Philology
A seminar introducing first-year graduate students to methods, instrument and history of research in ancient studies.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 7193

Individual Studies
Assigned readings and topics relating to Classics to help graduate students with language requirements and to prepare for exams. Au, Sp, Su Sems. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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CLAS 7890

Seminar on Classical Literatures and Cultures
Graduate research seminar on topics that span across Greek and Latin (and occasionally other ancient Mediterranean) texts and cultures. Prereq: Grad standing. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 7891

Graduate Seminar on Epigraphy
Graduate research seminar on Greek and/or Latin epigraphy. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 811.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 7892

Graduate Seminar on Greek and Latin Palaeography and Textual Criticism
Research seminar on Greek and Latin palaeography and textual criticism. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 812.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 7893

Graduate Seminar on Religion and Mythology of the Ancient World
Graduate research seminar on Greek and/or Roman religion and mythology. Reading knowledge of Greek and/or Latin preferred; special arrangements can be made for exceptional students without reading knowledge. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 870. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 7894

Graduate Seminar on Late Antiquity and Byzantium
Research Seminar on select topics in the history, cultures, and literatures of Late Antiquity and Byzantium. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 890.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 7895

Graduate Seminar on New Testament and Early Christian Literature
Graduate research seminar on the exegetical problems and current methodologies in the academic study of the New Testament and other early Christian literature. Reading knowledge of Greek preferred; special arrangements can be made for exceptional students without reading knowledge. Prereq: Grad standing. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs.
Credit Hours: 3
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CLAS 8999

Dissertation Research
Readings and discussions connected with the writing of a dissertation on a topic related to Classics. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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GREEK 1101

Elementary Ancient Greek
Introduction to the language of the ancient Greek authors and the New Testament. Not open to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school, except by permission of department. Au Sem. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 4
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GREEK 1102

Intermediate Ancient Greek I
Intermediate Ancient Greek I. Sp Sem. Prereq: 1101. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 4
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GREEK 1103

Intermediate Ancient Greek II
Intermediate Ancient Greek II. Prereq: 1102 or equiv, or permission of instructor. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 2101

Attic Prose
Readings in Attic prose authors such as Plato, Xenophon or Lysias. Prereq: 1103 or equiv, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 221.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 2102

Homer
Selected readings from the Iliad or Odyssey. Prereq: 1103, or Classical Greek Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 2103

The Greek Historians
Readings from Herodotus, Thucydides or Xenophon. Prereq: 1103 or equiv, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 224.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 2104

Greek Tragedy
Readings from the tragedies of Sophocles or Euripides. Prereq: 1103 or equiv, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 222 and 225.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 2110

The Greek New Testament
Studies the language of the Greek New Testament through selected reading passages. Prereq: 1103, or Classical Greek Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 2193

Individual Studies
Intermediate readings in Greek literature. Prereq: 1103, or Classical Greek Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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GREEK 4998

Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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GREEK 4998H

Honors Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Honors standing, and Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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GREEK 4999

Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in Greek. Prereq: Jr standing or above, and Enrollment in Classics Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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GREEK 4999H

Honors Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in Greek. Prereq: Honors standing, Jr standing or above, and Enrollment in Classics Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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GREEK 5011

Greek Epic
Readings from Greek epic poets such as Homer, Hesiod, or Apollonius of Rhodes. Prereq: Two courses at the 200 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 607.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 5012

Greek Lyric, Iambos, Elegy
Readings from the works of archaic Greek poets such as Archilochus, Sappho, or Pindar, and from the Homeric Hymns. Prereq: Two courses at the 2000 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 611.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 5013

Greek Historians
Comparative readings from Greek historians such as Herodotus, Thucydides, Xenophon and Plutarch. Prereq: Two courses at 2000 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 604.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 5014

Greek Drama
Readings in Greek drama, from tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides, and comedies of Aristophanes and Menander. Prereq: Two courses at 2000 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 5016

Readings in Greek Philosophy
Readings from Greek philosophers, such as Plato or Aristotle, or arranged according a common topic, such as Presocratic philosophy or ethics. Prereq: Two courses at 200 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 609.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 5017

Later Greek Prose
Readings in late antique and Byzantine Greek prose authors. Prereq: Two courses at 2000 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 5030

Special Topics in Greek Literature
Study of a topic in Greek literature, with extensive original readings. Prereq: Four courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 6 completions.
Credit Hours: 3-9
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GREEK 5193

Individual Studies
A program of study arranged for each student, with specific passages for reading and topics from Greek literature, culture or religion for investigation. Prereq: Two courses at 2000 level, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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GREEK 6891

Greek Survey I
Survey of Greek literature (I). Prereq: Two (2) 2000-level Greek courses; or grad standing in Classics; or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
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GREEK 6892

Greek Survey II
Survey of Greek literature (II). Prereq: Two (2) 2000-level Greek courses; or Grad standing in Classics; or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
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GREEK 6893

Greek Prose Composition
A course on writing Greek prose. Prereq: Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 802.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 7193

Individual Studies
Assigned reading of Greek authors or topics of Greek culture to help with language requirements or to prepare for exams. Au, Sp, Su Sems. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1
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GREEK 7890

Graduate Seminar on Greek Literature and Culture
Graduate research seminar on topics in the study of Greek literature, culture or religion. Prereq: Grad standing. Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs or 15 completions.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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GREEK 7891

Graduate Seminar on Greek Linguistics
Graduate research seminar on Greek linguistics. Prereq: Grad standing. Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs or 15 completions.
Credit Hours: 3
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GREEK 8999

Dissertation Research
Readings and discussions connected with the writing of a dissertation on a topic of Greek literature and culture. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1
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HISTORY 3213H

Slavery in the Ancient World
Study of slavery as an institution and ideology of ancient Greece and Rome, including its importance in the ancient family, economy, and culture. Prereq or concur: Honors standing, and English 1110.xx; or permission of instructor. GE cultures and ideas and historical study course. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course.
Credit Hours: 3
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HISTORY 3222

The Roman Empire, 69-337 CE
An advanced survey of Rome's imperial history from the end of the Julio-Claudian dynasty to the death of Constantine. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or completion of GE Foundation Writing and Information Literacy Course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for Clas 3222. GE historical study course. GE theme citizenship for div and just wrld course. Cross-listed in Clas.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 1101.01

Elementary Latin I
Elementary level introduction to the Latin language; the course begins the study of grammar and vocabulary. Not open to students with 3 or more years of high school study in this language, except by permission of department. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 4
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LATIN 1102.01

Intermediate Latin I
Completion of Latin grammar and syntax; introduction to reading of Latin authors. Prereq: 1101 or equiv, or Latin Placement Level 8, or permission of instructor. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 4
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LATIN 1103

Intermediate Latin II
Selected readings in Latin literature. Prereq: 1102, or Placement Test, or permission of instructor. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2101

Cicero
Readings from Cicero's works, mainly the orations. Prereq: 1103, or 1890, or Latin Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2102

Vergil
Readings from Vergil's poetry. Prereq: 1103 or 1890, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 211.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2103

Roman Historians
Readings from Caesar, Sallust, Livy, and/or Tacitus' Agricola. Prereq: 1103 or 1890, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 212.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2104

Ovid
Readings from Ovid's narrative poetry (Metamorphoses and Fasti). Prereq: 1103, or 1890, or Latin Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2105

Latin Lyric
Readings from the poems of Catullus, Horace, Propertius, Tibullus, or the elegiac poems of Ovid. Prereq: 1103, or 1890, or Latin Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2106

Roman Comedy
Readings from the comedies of Plautus and Terence. Prereq: 1103 or 1890, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 206.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 2193

Individual Studies
Intermediate readings in Latin literature. Prereq: 1103, or 1890, or Latin Seal of Biliteracy; and permission of department. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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LATIN 4998

Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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LATIN 4998H

Honors Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Honors standing, and Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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LATIN 4999

Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in Latin. Prereq: Jr standing or above, and enrollment in Classics Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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LATIN 4999H

Honors Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in Latin. Prereq: Honors standing, Jr standing or above, and enrollment in Classics Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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LATIN 5012

Roman Lyric and Erotic Poetry
Readings from Catullus, Horatius, Propertius, Tibullus and others. Prereq: 2 courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 614.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 5013

Roman Historians
Readings from Sallust, Livy, Tacitus and other historians. Prereq: 2 courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 617.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 5014

Roman Drama
Readings from Roman comedy and/or tragedy. Prereq: 2 courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 622.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 5017

Roman Satire and Novel
Readings from Roman satirical poetry and novels such as texts by Horatius, Juvenal, and Petronius. Prereq: 2 courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 623.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 5018

Post Classical Latin
Readings from texts illustrating the history of Latin language and literature in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Prereq: 2 courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 625.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 5030

Special Topics in Latin Literature
Study of a topic in Roman literature with extensive original readings. Prereq: 2 courses more advanced than 1103, or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 660. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 6 completions.
Credit Hours: 3-9
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LATIN 5193

Individual Studies
A program of study arranged for each student, with specific passages for reading and topics from Roman literature, culture, or religion for investigation. Prereq: 4 courses more advanced than 1103 or 1890, or Grad standing. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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LATIN 6891

Latin Survey: Prose
A survey of Latin Prose Literature from its beginning to late antiquity focusing on language competence and literary history. Au Sem in alternation with Greek 6891. Prereq: 2 courses at the 2000-level, and permission of instructor, or Grad standing. Not open to students with credit for 701.
Credit Hours: 5
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LATIN 6892

Latin Survey II
Survey of Latin literature (II). Prereq: Two (2) 2000-level Latin courses; or grad standing in Classics; or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
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LATIN 6893

Latin Prose Composition
Writing Latin prose. Prereq: Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 802.
Credit Hours: 3
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LATIN 6894

Latin Pedagogy
An introduction to the teaching of Latin, its methods and techniques. Taught Fall Semester when students typically begin their language teaching. Au Sem. Prereq: Grad standing. Not open to students with credit for 801. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1
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LATIN 7193

Individual Studies
Assigned reading of Latin authors or topics of Roman culture to help with language requirements or to prepare for exams. Au, Sp, Su Sems. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1
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LATIN 7890

Graduate Seminar, Latin
Research seminar on a topic of Latin literature and Roman culture. Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs or 15 completions.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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LATIN 8999

Research
Readings and discussions connected with the writing of a thesis on a topic of Latin literature and culture. Au, Sp, Su Sems. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 36 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1
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MDRNGRK 1101

Elementary Modern Greek
Introduces students to the language, covering the basic skills of reading, understanding and writing (Autumn semester). Not open to native speakers, or to students with 3 or more years of study in high school, except by permission of instructor. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 102. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 5
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MDRNGRK 1102

Intermediate Modern Greek I
Offers intensive study of grammar and syntax, with extensive oral and written practice (Spring semester). Not open to native speakers of this language through regular course enrollment or EM credit. Prereq: 1101. Not open to students with credit for 103. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 5
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MDRNGRK 1103

Intermediate Modern Greek II
Continues the 1101-1102 sequence. The course helps students expand their vocabulary and improve their fluency in speaking the language (Autumn only). Not open to native speakers of this language through regular course enrollment or EM credit. Prereq: 1102. Not open to students with credit for 104. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. GE world languages course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 2000

Athens: The Modern City
The history and culture of modern Athens. The way events such as wars and migration transformed the urban fabric of the city. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 200. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 2100

Greece and Beyond: The Crossing of Borders Through Film
Examines cross-cultural encounters between the Greeks and other peoples as depicted in film. GE culture and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 2193

Individual Studies
Individual studies. Prereq: 1103, or Modern Greek Seal of Biliteracy, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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MDRNGRK 2240

Travels to Greece: The Search for a Cultural Ideal
Starting in antiquity and ending in today's mass tourism and global migration, the course will introduce students to the phenomenon of travels to Greece. It will examine the reasons people have gone to Greece over the ages and why they have turned Greece into travel ideal. GE cultures and ideas course. GE foundation historical and cultural studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 2367

Reading and Writing About Issues in Greek-American Society and Culture
Exploration of representative features of Greek-American culture and reflection on the social diversity in the United States. Prereq: English 110, 111 or equiv. Soph standing. Not open to students with credit for 367. GE writing and comm course: level 2 and diversity soc div in the US course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 2410

Culture of Contemporary Greece
A general survey of socio-cultural trends and issues in modern Greece through close analysis of literature and the other arts. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 241. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 2680

Folklore of Contemporary Greece
A general survey of socio-cultural trends and issues in modern Greece through close examination of ethnographies and other folk expressions. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 268. GE VPA and diversity global studies course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 3570

Modern Greek Radio
Student partners prepare 3 target language broadcasts, each 1 hour in length. Broadcasts stream live over the Internet, then become podcast for public use. Student "DJs" conduct target language research on radio broadcast history and at least 15 thematic topics and related music that interests them. Students choose their music and content with approval and guidelines, then produce scripts. Prereq: Permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 3710

Modern Greek Literature in Translation
Review of the Modern Greek literary tradition of the last two centuries through representative works and from a theoretical perspective. Prereq: Jr or Sr standing. Not open to students with credit for 371. GE lit and diversity global studies course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 4001

Advanced Modern Greek I
Introduces journalism, literary prose, and media. Students practice discussion and composition. Prereq: 1103, Modern Greek Seal of Biliteracy; or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 4002

Advanced Modern Greek II
Completes the language sequence. Students develop translation skills and continue practicing conversation and composition. Prereq: 4001. Not open to students with credit for 402.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 4998

Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite(s):
Term:
MDRNGRK 4998H

Honors Research
A program of study arranged for each student. Prereq: Honors standing, and Sr standing, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite(s):
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MDRNGRK 4999

Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in Modern Greek. Prereq: Jr standing or above, and enrollment in Modern Greek Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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MDRNGRK 4999H

Honors Thesis Research
A program of study leading to the writing of a thesis and an oral defense that will integrate the experience of earlier courses in Modern Greek. Prereq: Honors standing, Jr standing or above, and enrollment in Modern Greek Major; or permission of instructor or department. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 cr hrs or 3 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-6
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MDRNGRK 5000

Modern Greek Language and Literature
Literary texts illustrating Greek culture are the basis for discussion and exercises in vocabulary expansion, grammar, syntax, prose composition, and aural comprehension. Au, Sp Sems. Prereq: 4002 (402), or grad standing; or permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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MDRNGRK 5010

Advanced Studies in Modern Greek Language and Culture
Sequel to 4002, giving students the opportunity to continue their studies on an individual and group basis in a structured way with the ultimate goal of achieving bilingualism in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing. Prereq: 4002 with a grade of B or above, and permission of instructor or department chair. Repeatable to a maximum of 27 cr hrs or 9 completions.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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MDRNGRK 5193

Individual Studies
Individual studies. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
Credit Hours: 1-3
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MDRNGRK 5797

Study at a Foreign Institution
An opportunity for students to study at a foreign institution and receive Ohio State credit for that work. Students will pay Ohio State fees and any fees in excess of Ohio State tuition, as well as all travel and subsistence costs. Prereq: Permission of dept chairperson. Repeatable to a maximum of 27 cr hrs or 27 completions. This course is progress graded.
Credit Hours: 1-9
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