DePauw U: Catalog Majors, Minors, Courses of Instruction

Classics is an area study that approaches the ancient Mediterranean world from a broad variety of perspectives, including history, art, archaeology, religion, philosophy, literature and language. Thus, majors in classical studies have the opportunity to explore a wide range of humanistic disciplines.

Work with the ancient languages encourages logical and creative thought, provides a sophisticated grasp of the possibilities of language and gives the student the opportunity to study in detail some of the greatest works of the human spirit. A major in Classics is a good foundation for a wide variety of careers. Classics majors have gone on to successful careers in such fields as law, medicine, business, journalism, government, teaching, theatre and the arts. Some of our majors have double majored in fields such as Political Science, Philosophy and Chemistry.

The major in classical studies may be completed in any one of the following areas of concentration: Greek, Latin or classical civilization. Minors are offered in classical civilization, Greek, Latin and classical archaeology.

Students are encouraged to participate in Winter Term trips to Italy and Greece and to spend a semester abroad in Athens, Rome or Turkey. Courses taken abroad can, in many cases, count toward major or minor programs.

Students who are interested in teaching Latin in high school should take as much Latin as possible and consult with the Classical Studies and Education departments about certification.

Students planning to attend graduate school in classics should either double major in Greek and Latin or major in one language and minor in the other. Students planning to attend graduate school in classical archaeology should try to major in one language and minor in classical archaeology.

Requirements for a major in Classical Civilization:

Total courses required: Nine

Core courses:
Two courses in Latin or Greek;
One course from HIST 100, CLST 253, or CLST 254;
One course from CLST 262, CLST 263, or CLST 264

Other required courses:
Two courses in Latin, Greek or Classical Civilization (may be approved courses in other departments)

# 300 and 400 level courses: Three (including CLST 454)

Senior requirement: The senior requirement consists of completion of CLST 454, senior seminar, which includes a major paper or project.

Additional information: Up to two courses in allied areas outside the department, such as ancient history, ancient philosophy or ancient religion may count toward the Classical Civilization major.

Requirements for a major in Latin:

Total courses required: Nine

Core courses:
Six courses in Latin;
Either CLST 254 or CLST 264

Other required courses: One additional class in Latin, Greek or Classical Civilization is required.

# 300 and 400 level courses: Two in Latin and CLST 454

Senior requirement: The senior requirement consists of completion of CLST 454, senior seminar, which includes a major paper or project.

Additional information:

Requirements for a major in Greek:

Total courses required: Nine

Core courses:
Six courses in Greek;
CLST 253 or CLST 263

Other required courses:
One further course in Greek, Latin or Classical Civilization (may be approved courses in other departments)

# 300 and 400 level courses: Two (in Greek) and CLST 454

Senior requirement: The senior requirement consists of completion of CLST 454, senior seminar, which includes a major paper or project.

Additional information:

Requirements for a minor in Classical Archeology:

Total courses required: Five

Core courses:
At least three from: CLST 161, CLST 262, CLST 263 and CLST 264 (161 is strongly recommended)

Other courses: One elective in classical archaeology or an elective from Art History, Geology, Geography or Anthropology, as approved by the minor advisor.

# 300 and 400 level courses: One

Requirements for a minor in Latin:

Total courses required: Four

Core courses: (there are no core courses for the minor)

Other courses: Any four courses in Latin.

# 300 and 400 level courses: One

Requirements for a minor in Greek:

Total courses required: Four

Core courses: (there are no core courses for the minor)

Other courses: Any four courses in Greek.

# 300 and 400 level courses: One

Requirements for a minor in Classical Civilization:

Total courses required: Five

Core courses: CLST 253, CLST 254 or HIST 100

Other courses: Individual student program will be approved by the department.

# 300 and 400 level courses: One

Courses in Classical Studies

Courses in the Classics in English

CLST 100. Greek and Roman Mythology	Group 3, lit	1 course
The principal myths and legends of the ancient world, with consideration of the nature of myth, the social origin and evolution of myths, their relation to religion and philosophy and their use in literature and art.

CLST 161. Introduction to Mediterranean Archaeology	Group 2	1 course
This course is designed to introduce students to the history, method and theory of archaeology in the ancient Mediterranean world. It addresses three areas: the history of classical archaeology as a discipline; the basics of field methodology; and the intellectual, ethical, social and political role of archaeologists in interpreting, preserving and protecting cultural resources. Topics include: the effect of archaeological discoveries in the Mediterranean on European cultural and intellectual development, the use of technology in archaeology, social science methods in archaeology, ethics in archaeology and the use of archaeology for establishing national identities. The Hacimusalar Project in Turkey, an excavation and survey project in which DePauw faculty and students are involved, will serve as a model for archaeological field method, analysis and publication. Finally, this class provides an overview of the major civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Offered in alternate fall semesters. Priority given to first-year students and sophomores.

CLST 197. First-Year Seminar		1 course
A seminar focused on a theme related to the study of classical studies. Open only to first-year students.

CLST 253. Greek Civilization	Group 4	1 course
This course may have one of the following concentrations: A. survey of Greek civilization; B. Greek religion; C. public and private institutions of ancient Greece. May be repeated for credit with departmental approval when the concentration changes. Only one topic may be applied toward the Group 4 requirement.

CLST 254. Roman Civilization	Group 4	1 course
This course may have one of the following concentrations: A. survey of Roman civilization; B. Roman religion; C. public and private institutions of ancient Rome. May be repeated for credit with departmental approval when the concentration changes. Only one topic may be applied toward the Group 4 requirement.

CLST 262. Egyptian, Aegean and Near Eastern Art and Archaeology	Group 3	1 course
This course studies the art and archaeology of early civilizations in Egypt, the ancient Near East, the Aegean Sea and Italy through the Bronze Age (down to ca. 1100 BC). The course begins with Paleolithic occupation in the Mediterranean, continues through the invention of agriculture and the first communities in the Neolithic period, and follows the rise of the first cities and empires. Both regional developments and cultural interchanges are emphasized. Issues include: human-environment adaptation, the invention of writing and glyptic art, the art of kingships, the construction of monumental buildings (e.g. pyramids, ziggurats, Maltese temples, Sardinian nuraghe, Minoan palaces and Mycenean citadels), patterns of daily life and rituals of death, the archaeology of social organization, trade and the iconography of empires.Offered in alternate spring semesters.

CLST 263. Greek, Etruscan and Persian Art and Archaeology	Group 3	1 course
This course covers the art and archaeology of the ancient Mediterranean from the end of the Bronze Age (ca. 1100 BC) to the death of Alexander the Great (323 BC). These centuries saw the rise and fall of empires in the eastern Mediterranean, the development of urbanism in Greece and colonization of new lands (Black Sea, Italian Peninsula and North Africa). The course examines the major cities, sanctuaries and burial grounds of the Persians, Assyrians, Israelites, Greeks and Etruscans. Special attention is given to the growth of international trade and warfare during this period and their effects on material culture. Other topics include: the archaeology of the "Dark Ages," monumentality in art and architecture, the use of figural decoration and narrative in art, the "High Classical" period in Greek art and the coming of Alexander the Great. Offered in alternate fall semesters.

CLST 264. Hellenistic and Roman Art and Archaeology	Group 3	1 course
This course examines the artistic and architectural monuments of the Hellenistic kingdoms and the Roman world from the death of Alexander the Great through the end of the western Roman empire (323 BC-AD 476). During this period, Greek and Roman art and culture moved out of the Mediterranean into large parts of Africa, Asia and Europe; from Morocco and Scotland to India and Afghanistan. How did Macedonian kings and later Roman rulers come to control, influence and be influenced by such large and diverse populations, and how was this experience expressed in the art and architecture of imperial centers and the so-called "barbarous" periphery? The course begins with the legacy of Alexander and his successor kingdoms in Egypt, Syria, Bactria, Anatolia and Greece. It continues with the rise of Rome in Italy, its rival Carthage, its inheritance of the Hellenistic world, and its expansion into Europe. Issues may include: methods and techniques for artistic and architectural production and trade, the problem of cultural affiliation and ethnic identity, archaeology of the economy, iconography of political power, the art of engineering, interactivity in art and architecture and the material experience of everyday life. Offered in alternate spring semesters.

CLST 300. Topics		1 course
A study of a specific topic in Mediterranean civilizations or literature. Recent courses have treated such topics as Plato on Love and Pleasure, Gender in the Greek and Roman World, Damnation and Salvation, Socrates--The Mind and the Myth, Great Archaeological Discoveries, Greek and Roman Law, and Ancient History and Film. May be repeated for credit with topic changes. Information on upcoming topics courses can be found on the departmental Web page.

CLST 361. GIS and Mediterranean Archaeology		1 course
This course introduces advanced students to methods, theories and practice in archaeology and information technology, especially GIS (Geographic Information Systems). It is conducted as a seminar and is offered on-line (synchronously) in conjunction with Millsaps, Rhodes College and the College of Wooster. In addition to discussion sessions on survey archaeology, GIS and archaeology, and information systems in archaeology, each student works on a segment of the CGMA project (Collaboratory for GIS and Mediterranean Archaeology, directed by Professors Foss and Schindler), based on his or her interests and expertise. Students apply the content and techniques learned in the classroom to the constructin of an interactive web-based catalog of archaeological survey projects; a resource that will be used by students and scholars all around the world. May be of particular interest to students in Classical Studies, Computer Science, Geology and Geography and Anthropology. May not be taken pass/fail.

CLST 454. Senior Seminar		1 course
A seminar on a specific topic in the field of classical studies. Students will complete a major paper or project in conjunction with the course. Open only to majors.

Courses in Greek

GRK 101. Elementary Greek I	Group 5	1 course
The essentials of grammar and selections from important authors with reading and lectures on the cultural background.

GRK 102. Elementary Greek II	Group 5	1 course
A continuation of GRK 101. Includes readings from Greek authors. Prepares for GRK 205 or 211. Prerequisite: GRK 101 or permission of the department.

GRK 205. Greek Prose and Poetry	Group 5	1 course
Review of grammar and reading from representative Greek authors, usually including Homer or Plato. Prerequisite: GRK 101-102. May be repeated for credit.

GRK 211. New Testament Greek	Group 5	1 course
Readings from the New Testament and from contemporary Christian, Jewish and pagan religious literature; the style and vocabulary of Hellenistic Greek. Prerequisite: GRK 101-102 or permission of instructor.

GRK 451-452. Greek Reading	Group 5	1/2-1 course each semester
Reading selected according to the interests and abilities of the students. One topic offered each semester, usually chosen from Homer (Iliad or Odyssey), lyric poetry, Greek tragedy, Herodotus, Thucydides or Plato. Exercises in prose composition may be included. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Courses in Latin

LAT 123. Elementary Latin I	Group 5	1 course
An introduction to Latin grammar with emphasis on the development of reading knowledge. Includes discussions of Roman life and culture.

LAT 124. Elementary Latin II	Group 5	1 course
A continuation of LAT 123. Includes readings from Latin authors. Prepares for LAT 223. Prerequisite: LAT 123 or permission of the department.

LAT 223. Introduction to Latin Prose	Group 5	1 course
A thorough review of Latin grammar and strategies for translation of Latin prose. Texts may include such diverse works as inscriptions, Cicero's forensic oratory, the letters of Pliny and Cicero, Caesar's war commentaries and Medieval texts. Prerequisite: LAT 124 or two years of high school Latin (entering students should take the Latin placement exam during orientation) or permission of instructor.

LAT 224. Introduction to Latin Poetry	Group 5	1 course
An introduction to Latin poetics, combined with continued review of Latin syntax and morphology. Translation and analysis of selected texts from authors such as Catullus, Ovid, Martial or Vergil. Prerequisite: LAT 124 or two years of high school Latin (entering students should take the Latin placement exam during orientation) or permission of instructor.

LAT 331. Readings in Latin Prose	Group 5	1 course
May have one of the following concentrations: (A) Selected philosophical texts by authors such as Cicero, Lucretius, Seneca and St. Augustine. Examination of Roman philosophical traditions, their relation to their Greek antecedents and their impact upon Roman political and social life. (B) Speeches, rhetorical works and letters of Cicero with a survey of Late Republican history. (C) The Roman Novel with readings from Petronius and Apuleius and comparison to translations of the Greek novels. The course may include exercises in prose composition. May be repeated for credit if the topic changes. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Normally follows LAT 224 or four years of high school Latin.

LAT 332. Readings in Latin Poetry	Group 5	1 course
An advanced seminar on one of the following topics: (A) Latin Lyric poetry, with readings from Horace and Catullus; (B) Roman Satire, a history of the only uniquely Roman literary genre, with readings from Lucilius, Horace and Juvenal; (C) Roman Elegy, with readings from Catullus, Propertius, Tibullus and Ovid. May be repeated for credit if the topic changes. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Normally follows LAT 224 or four years of high school Latin.

LAT 341. Roman Drama	Group 5	1 course
Selected plays by Terence, Plautus, and Seneca in both the original Latin and in translation. Study of the history and development of Roman drama and its relationship with Greek drama. May be repeated for credit if the topic changes. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Normally follows LAT 224 or four years of high school Latin.

LAT 400. Teaching of Latin		1/2 course
The theory and method of Latin teaching in the secondary schools. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Required for a certificate to teach Latin in Indiana. Not applicable toward a major in Latin.

LAT 431. Roman Historians	Group 5	1 course
Selections from Livy, Sallust, Tacitus, or Suetonius in Latin and in translation, either concentrating upon an individual author or presenting a survey of roman Historiography. Examination of the process of evidence-gathering and writing history in ancient Rome. May include prose composition. May be repeated for credit if the topic changes.

LAT 432. Vergil	Group 5	1 course
An examination not only of Vergil's great masterpiece, The Aeneid, but also his lesser works, the Ecologues and Georgics. Discussion of the pastoral and didactic traditions, as well as the history of Roman Epic poetry. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Normally follows LAT 224 or four years of high school Latin.

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