SHUM 1615

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SHUM 1615
Introduction to Ancient Rome

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2022-2023. Courses of Study 2022-2023 is scheduled to publish mid-June.

Ancient Rome was a village the size of Ithaca that grew into a world empire. In this course students will be introduced to some of its literature, art, and famous personalities in the classical period (2nd c. BCE – 2nd c. CE) and will read some of the greatest masterpieces of Latin literature. Special attention will be given to the late republic, Augustan, and Hadrianic periods, to Roman ethics, and to the rise of Christianity. No prior knowledge of the ancient world is necessary. All readings are in English.

When Offered Fall.

Breadth Requirement (GHB)
Distribution Category (ALC-AS, LA-AS)

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CLASS 1615

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7297 SHUM 1615   LEC 001

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    • MWF
    • Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022

    • Fontaine, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person