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Classical Studies > Courses > Fall 2010 Courses

Fall 2010 Courses

Department of Classical Studies

Please note that language classes have a new numbering system: 1000-level is introductory; 2000-level is for beginning readers (3rd semester); 3000-level is for intermediate students (4th-5th semester); 4000-level is for advanced students (5th semester or higher). Majors (enrolled in 2007 or later) are required to take either 4900 or 4910 as their senior seminar.

Fall 2010

CLST 1110-01 - Introduction to Latin I (4 cr.)
Dr. Catherine R. Freis
Learn to think like a Roman. This course introduces students to all essential Latin grammar, vocabulary, and forms, while emphasizing critical reading skills. Readings include selections from Latin prose and poetry that illustrate key concepts and events from Roman civilization. Students with prior Latin experience must contact the department chair for the Latin placement test. No prerequisites. MTWF 9 a.m.

CLST 1020-01 - Introduction to Greek II (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly Sypniewski
Learn to think and read like an ancient Greek. This course is a continuation of Greek I.  It introduces students to all essential Greek grammar, vocabulary, and forms, while emphasizing critical reading skills.  Prerequisite: Greek I or equivalent with permission of instructor. MWF 10 a.m. Th 8 a.m.

CLST 2710-01 - Caesar: 3rd semester (4 cr.)
Dr. David Yates
This is a third-semester course for students who have completed Latin I and II or who have an equivalent high school Latin background.  The goal of the course is to review Latin grammar and syntax as well as develop reading fluency by translating the first book of Caesar's Gallic War.  Students will also be introduced to Caesar's broader literary intention and historical context through selected readings in translation from the remaining books of the Gallic War.  This course fulfills the three-semester language requirement for a B.A. Prerequisites: Latin I and II, or permission of department chair after taking a placement test. MTWF 9 a.m.

CLST 3040-01/4040-01 - Greek Tragedy: Intermed. & Advanced (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
This intermediate and advanced translation course will develop fluent Greek reading skills through translation of Euripides' Medea.  Students will also gain an understanding of Euripidean tragedy by reading selected plays in translation and critical scholarship on Euripides and Athenian tragedy. We will also consider the stories surrounding Jason and Medea in the mythic tradition.  Intermediate readers (e.g. 4th through 5th semester) should take the course at the 3000-level. 4000-level courses are for advanced students (5th semester or beyond).  Both classes will meet together, but the 4000-level includes a 4th hour research colloquium, instruction in disciplinary research tools, and a longer research paper.  Prerequisites: Three semesters of college ancient Greek or equivalent. MWF 11 a.m. Th 9 a.m.

CLST 4900-01 - Senior Seminar in Greek (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
This advanced Greek course fulfills the college's Senior Seminar requirement.  It will meet in tandem with 4040-01 listed above.  In addition to the readings in Greek, readings in translation and criticism, students will explore their research topic in greater depth and length.  They will also write their Core 10 essays (Reflections on Liberal Studies.) Prerequisites: Four semesters of college ancient Greek or equivalent. MWF 11 a.m. Th 9 a.m.

CLST 3170-01/4170-01 - Sallust and the Crisis of the Roman Republic: Intermed. & Advanced (4 cr.) 
Dr. David Yates
This intermediate and advanced translation course will develop fluent reading skills through translation of Sallust's Catilinarian Conspiracy.  Students will also be introduced to the broader social and historical context of the conspiracy through select readings in contemporary sources.  Intermediate readers (e.g. 4th through 5th semester) should take the course at the 3000-level. 4000-level courses are for advanced students (5th semester or beyond).  Both classes will meet together, but the 4000-level includes a 4th hour research colloquium, instruction in disciplinary research tools, and a longer research paper.    Prerequisites: Three semesters of college Latin or equivalent. TTh 10 a.m. W 12 p.m.

CLST 4910-01 - Senior Seminar in Latin (4 cr.) 
Dr. David Yates
This advanced Latin course fulfills the college's Senior Seminar requirement.  It will meet in tandem with 4170-01 listed above.  In addition to the readings in Latin, readings in translation and criticism, students will explore their research topic in greater depth and length.  They will also write their Core 10 essays (Reflections on Liberal Studies.) Prerequisites: Four semesters of college Latin or equivalent. TTh 10 a.m. W 12 p.m.

CLST 3730-01 - Myth and Symbols (4 cr.)
Dr. Steve Smith
A study of the symbols and motifs of mythology focusing on the myths of Greece and Rome, with comparative material introduced from Near Eastern, Native American, Asian, African, and Norse mythology. This course is the same as RLST 3000.  This course may be counted toward the Classical Studies major or minor.  No prerequisites. TTh 2:45 p.m.