HST 115 The Classical Tradition

3 Credit(s) HP CEA

The legacy of ancient Mediterranean civilizations is strong in our modern world. From the monuments we honor to the homes we live in, from popular culture to politics, that legacy continues to shape how we define ourselves and our place in the world In this course we will examine that legacy: its origins, its nature, and its evolution. We will question the concept of “classical” and probe both the ways in which Greek and Roman civilizations were shaped what came before and how they shaped what came after. Through study of ancient literature art, and philosophy we will examine the elements of the classical tradition and consider its importance to our own lives. Three lecture hours per week, May require assignments encompassing travel off campus.