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102 Western Civilization I: The Ancient World to 1500 (3 hours)
An introduction to the development of Western Culture from the Ancient World through the Renaissance. (F, S, SS)
103 Western Civilization II: 1500 to the Present (3 hours)
An introduction to the development of Western Culture from 1500 to the present. (F, S, SS)
104 The Humanities, The Eastern World (3 hours)
An introductory survey covering the literary, artistic, philosophical and religious traditions of selected Eastern cultures with special emphasis on China
and Japan. (F)
341 Greek Civilization (3 hours)
A broad study of the major trends, events and personalities in Greek history until the decline of the Hellenistic monarchies before the rising power of Rome. Special stress is laid upon those controlling concepts of Greek life and thought which form the roots of our modern artistic and intellectual culture. (F, alt. years)
342 Roman Civilization (3 hours)
The study of the major trends, events and personalities in Rome’s history from its origin to its decline. (F, alt. years)
380 Special Topics in Humanities (3 hours)
A survey course in the humanities with topics to be selected by the instructor. May be taken more than once with approval of advisor.
401 Senior Seminar (1 hour)
An intensive study of an issue in humanities of the student’s choice, in consultation with a faculty advisor, concluding with a research paper and a
formal presentation. Prerequisite: The student must have completed at least 21 hours towards the major. (F, S)
409 Independent Study in the Humanities (1-2 hours)
Investigation of special problems in any area of study offered (humanities, classics or religion). Consent of instructor necessary.
500 Special Offerings (1-3 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites as announced.