CLASSICS SPRING 2022 COURSE OFFERINGS

January 2022 4 Week Session: January 3-24

CLSC 295: Medical Terminology
MW 4:50-6:05, Paul Iversen (Blended)
A self-paced, computer-assisted course on the classical foundations (etymology) of modern English as well as the basic principles on which roots, prefixes, and suffixes combine to give precise meanings to composite words, which is then applied toward learning medical, biomedical and scientific terminology.

January 10-April 25

AKKADIAN

AKKD 101: Beginning Akkadian I
MW 3:20-4:35, Maddalena Rumor
This course is the first of a sequence of two courses intended to cover the fundamentals of Akkadian grammar and a large number of the most common cuneiform signs encountered. A sample of texts (tablets) from the most important genres of cuneiform literature will be read. Counts for CAS Global & Cultural Diversity Requirement

ANCIENT NEAR EAST/EGYPTIAN STD

ANEE 320: Gods and Demons in the Ancient Near East and Egypt
TR 11:30-12:45, Meghan Strong
The roots of many modern religious, literary, social, and political notions reach deep into the fertile soil of Ancient Near Eastern and Egyptian cultures, which developed as early as the fourth millennium BCE and flourished until the Hellenistic period. In this course we will examine various components of the religious, divinatory and magical systems of these cultures, and reflect upon their relationship with the stories that are found in the Hebrew Bible. We will learn (through a critical analysis of a selection of ancient texts) about ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian deities, demons, myths, and magical rituals. We will also explore notions of creation, cosmic order, the human condition, death, afterlife, divine favor, and a wide variety of beliefs that, while often contradictory to modern ways of thinking, combined into unified religious systems. Offered as ANEE 320, RLGN 320 and RLGN 420.

ANEE 337: Ancient Medicine
MW 12:45-2:00, Maddalena Rumor
This course offers a general survey of the history of medicine from its origins in pre-historical times to Galen (2nd c. CE) with a view to gaining a better understanding of the path that eventually lead to modern medical practice. The various medical systems considered, including the ancient Babylonian, Egyptian, Jewish, Chinese, Ayurvedic, Greek and Roman traditions, will be examined through the study of primary and secondary sources, while key conceptual developments and practices are identified within their cultural and social context. Special issues, such as epidemics, women’s medicine, and surgery, are also explored and discussed. Offered as ANEE 337, CLSC 337, CLSC 437, HSTY 337, and HSTY 437. Counts for CAS Global & Cultural Diversity Requirement.

CLASSICS

CLSC 199: Athens:  In Search of Socrates Seminar
W 5:30-7:00, Mark Hammond
Students selected for their strong background or interest in Greek Civilization spend Spring Break in Athens, Greece (thanks to a collaboration between CWRU’s Department of Classics and the Athens Centre). They follow an intensive seven-day itinerary of travel, visiting major monuments and museums including the Acropolis, Delphi, Epidauros, and Aegina. Two class sessions of instruction in modern Greek help them to interact with people they meet; but the overwhelming emphasis lies on Classical Athens, the historical-cultural setting for the emergence of Western moral philosophy. The focus of this mini-course is on the figure of Socrates and the agenda of moral philosophy that the Athenian sage established. Readings from Plato, Aristophanes, and Aristotle. Via the Socratic method, students will also study Aristotle’s Ethics and test the applicability of that foundational text to their own lives. Counts for CAS Global & Cultural Diversity Requirement.

CLSC 204:  Roman Lit:  Heroes & Hustlers 
TR 2:30-3:45, Timothy Wutrich
This course constitutes the second half of a sequence on Classical literature. Its main themes are heroism vs. self-promotion, love vs. lust, and the struggle between democracy and tyranny. These topics are traced in a variety of literary genres from the period of the Roman republic well into the empire. Parallels with modern life and politics will be drawn. Offered as CLSC 204 and WLIT 204. Counts for CAS Global & Cultural Diversity Requirement.y.

CLSC 232: Gods and Gladiators: The World of Ancient Rome
TR 1:00-2:15, Evelyn Adkins
The enduring significance of the Romans studied through their history, literature, art, and philosophy. Lectures and discussion. Offered as CLSC 232 and HSTY 232. Counts for CAS Global & Cultural Diversity Requirement.

CLSC 337: Ancient Medicine
MW 12:45-2:00, Maddalena Rumor
This course offers a general survey of the history of medicine from its origins in pre-historical times to Galen (2nd c. CE) with a view to gaining a better understanding of the path that eventually lead to modern medical practice. The various medical systems considered, including the ancient Babylonian, Egyptian, Jewish, Chinese, Ayurvedic, Greek and Roman traditions, will be examined through the study of primary and secondary sources, while key conceptual developments and practices are identified within their cultural and social context. Special issues, such as epidemics, women’s medicine, and surgery, are also explored and discussed. Offered as ANEE 337, CLSC 337, CLSC 437, HSTY 337, and HSTY 437. Counts for CAS Global & Cultural Diversity Requirement.

GREEK

GREK 101: Elementary Greek I
MWF 11:40-12:30, Rachel Sternberg
Beginning course in Greek language, covering grammar (forms and syntax) and the reading of elementary selections from ancient sources. Makes a start toward reading Greek authors.

GREK 201: Greek Prose Authors
TR 4:00-5:15, Timothy Wutrich
(Cross listed as GREK 401, WLIT 201 and WLIT 401) Readings from authors such as Plato, Lysias, Xenophon, and Herodotus.

GREK 306:  Tragedy
MWF 2:15-3:05, Rachel Sternberg
(Cross listed as GREK 406, WLIT 306, WLIT 40) Reading and interpretation of selected plays of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Prereq: GREK 200-level course or equivalent.

LATIN

LATN 102: Elementary Latin II
MWF 2:15-3:05, Mark Hammond
An introduction to the elements of Latin: pronunciation, forms, syntax, vocabulary, and reading

LATN 202: Vergil
TR 10:00-11:15, Timothy Wutrich
(Cross listed as LATN 402, WLIT 232 and WLIT 432) Primarily readings from The Aeneid; selections from Vergil’s other work may be introduced at instructor’s discretion. Recommended preparation: LATN 201 or equivalent.

LATN 309:  Medieval Latin
TR 10:00-11:15, Evelyn Adkins
Reading and interpretation of Latin texts from the Middle Ages. Material selected according to the needs and interests of students. Offered as LATN 309, LATN 409, WLIT 349, and WLIT 449. Prereq: 200-level LATN or equivalent.