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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 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 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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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 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 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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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 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 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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