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CLST 1010-01 - Introduction to Greek I (4 cr.)
Dr. David Yates
Complete your Millsaps language requirement while learning to read, write, and think like an ancient Greek. The Greeks coined such terms as epic, democracy, philosophy, tragedy, and comedy. Their language was the original of the New Testament. Greek notions and words continue to influence us today the world over. In this course you will be introduced to grammar, vocabulary, and forms through a method that will have you reading and comprehending actual Greek within a few weeks. By the end of the semester you will have read excerpts from such literary masters as Aeschylus and Herodotus. Along the way you will also have an opportunity to learn about Greek culture and society, not to mention build your English vocabulary (particularly medical and scientific terms) with exercises focused on Greek root words. No prerequisites. MWF 10 a.m. Th 8 a.m.
CLST 1120-01 - Introduction to Latin II (4 cr.)
Dr. David Yates
Complete your Millsaps language requirement by learning to read the classics that defined western civilization in their original language. Get to know the people who ruled the Mediterranean basin for centuries and see the continuing influence of their language and worldview on the present. This course is the second semester of the introduction to Latin and focuses on grammar, vocabulary, and forms. Along the way you will also have an opportunity to learn about Roman culture and society, not to mention build you English vocabulary! Students with prior Latin experience must contact the department chair for Latin placement tests. MTWF 9 a.m.
CLST 2010-01 - Plato: 3rd Semester (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
This 3rd semester reading course in ancient Greek will introduce students to a range of Socratic and Platonic thought. We will read selected passages from Plato's Apology and Symposium in Greek along side several dialogues in translation. Offered in rotation. Prerequisites: Two semesters of college ancient Greek or equivalent. MWF 10 Th 8 a.m.
CLST 2310-01 - Roman Legacy: Culture and Civilization (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
Everything old is new again! This introductory course traces the 1,000-year rise of Rome from a cultural backwater to the undisputed master of the Mediterranean world. We examine the major events, authors, and artistic works of each period of Roman history. We will investigate how the Romans were able to adapt, assimilate and ignore a range of cultural and social practices from the peoples whom they incorporated into their growing empire. No prerequisites. Cross-listed with HIST 2750. MWF 11 Th 9 a.m.
CLST 3030/4030-01 - Greek Historians: Intermediate and Advanced Greek
Dr. David Yates
This intermediate- and advanced-level reading course will develop fluent reading skills through translation of the first book of Herodotus' Histories. Students will also be introduced to Herodotus' broader literary intentions and historical outlook by reading selections from the remaining portions of the work in translation as well as modern scholarship on such topics as Herodotus' times, his role in the development of historiography, and the relationship between that genre and others such as epic, elegy, and tragedy. Intermediate readers (4th through 5th semester) should take the course at the 3000 level; advanced students (5th semester or beyond), at the 4000 level. Both classes will meet together. Prerequisites: Three semesters of college Greek or their equivalent. TTh 10 and W 12 a.m.
CLST 3110-01/4110-01 - Vergil: Intermed. & Advanced (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
This intermediate and advanced translation course will help students develop reading fluency through translation of Vergil's Aeneid. We will study the Aeneid in the broader literary context of the "Golden Age" of Roman poetry. 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 and use the 4th hour to read the whole corpus of Vergil's poetry in translation, critical articles on Vergil and selected Hellenistic Greek poems in translation. Prerequisites: Three semesters of college Latin or equivalent. MTWF 9 a.m.
CLST 3901-01 - Junior Seminar (1 cr. CR/NCR)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
Explore what you can do with your major in Classical Studies while discussing Greek and Latin authors' views on duty, vocation, and education as means to "become who you are."
CLST 4900-01 - Senior Seminar in Greek: Herodotus
Dr. David Yates
This advanced course fulfills the college's Senior Seminar requirement in Classical Studies. It will meet in tandem with CLST 3030/4030-01 listed above. In addition to readings in Greeks and in translation, students will explore their research topic on Herodotus in greater depth and length. They will also write their Core 10 essay (Reflections on Liberal Studies). Prerequisites: Four semesters of college Greek or their equivalent. TTh 10 and W 12.
CLST 4910-01 - Senior Seminar in Latin (4 cr.)
Dr. Holly M. Sypniewski
This advanced Latin course fulfills the college's Senior Seminar requirement. It will meet in tandem with 41710-01 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. MTWF 9 a.m.
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