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Classics (CLAS)
- http://dornsife.usc.edu/clas/
- D class assignments for undergraduates available in THH256; phone (213) 740-3676.
A historical and cultural survey of ancient Greece, 100-300 BCE. Emphasis will be on the reading and interpretation of literary texts, with extensive use of visual matter.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Register for one lecture and one discussion. The Greeks and Their Legacies introduces the culture of ancient Greece, including its mythology, drama, sport, history, art, science, and philosophy from the Bronze Age through the death of Alexander the Great. Throughout, this course focuses on the achievements of the Greeks and their relevance in the modern world. It also considers the representation of the ancient Greek world in films like Black Orpheus, Troy, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?, and Alexander the Great. Participants will also explore some of the masterworks of Athenian drama with a focus on their social role in educating citizens and integrating veterans returning from war. As ancient Greece is also the birthplace of democracy, there is also a strong emphasis on the ideals of democracy, the conditions that foster it as well as those that threaten it. .
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19800D | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 96 of 101 | James Collins | THH301 |    | |
| 19801D | 001 | Discussion | 8:00-8:50am | Wednesday | Canceled | VKC151 | | ||
| 19802D | 001 | Discussion | 9:00-9:50am | Wednesday | 25 of 26 | Charles Russell-Schlesinger | VKC157 | | |
| 19803R | 001 | Discussion | 2:00-2:50pm | Wednesday | 23 of 25 | Charles Russell-Schlesinger | SOSB37 | | |
| 19804R | 001 | Discussion | 3:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 25 of 25 | Jennifer Devereaux | SOSB37 | | |
| 19805R | 001 | Discussion | 2:00-2:50pm | Friday | 23 of 25 | Jennifer Devereaux | VKC158 | | |
| 19806D | 001 | Discussion | 3:00-3:50pm | Friday | Canceled | VKC158 | |
The lives of prominent Greeks, Romans and others in their ancient historical and biographical contexts and in modern reevaluations through various written and visual media.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Register for one lecture and one discussion
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19820R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:20pm | Tue, Thu | 83 of 98 | Vincent Farenga | THH301 | | |
| 19821R | 001 | Discussion | 2:00-2:50pm | Monday | 20 of 25 | Robert Matera | VKC207 | | |
| 19822R | 001 | Discussion | 3:00-3:50pm | Monday | 23 of 25 | Robert Matera | VKC207 | | |
| 19823R | 001 | Discussion | 8:00-8:50am | Friday | 18 of 25 | Afroditi Manthati-Angelopoulou | VKC151 | | |
| 19824R | 001 | Discussion | 9:00-9:50am | Friday | 22 of 25 | Afroditi Manthati-Angelopoulou | VKC157 | |
Origin, development, and transmission of mythology in Greek andLatin literature, with parallels from other traditions.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Classical Greek and Roman mythology as inspiration for literature, art, music and film in various historical and cultural contexts.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19810R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 193 of 200 | Thomas Habinek, Lucas Herchenroeder | THH201 | | |
| 19811R | 001 | Discussion | 8:00-8:50am | Monday | 24 of 25 | Beau Henson | VKC151 | | |
| 19812R | 001 | Discussion | 9:00-9:50am | Monday | 24 of 25 | Beau Henson | VKC151 | | |
| 19813R | 001 | Discussion | 3:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 25 of 25 | Russell Pascatore | THHB9 | | |
| 19814R | 001 | Discussion | 4:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 25 of 25 | Russell Pascatore | THHB9 | | |
| 19815R | 001 | Discussion | 8:00-8:50am | Friday | 22 of 25 | Emily Brown | VKC158 | | |
| 19816R | 001 | Discussion | 9:00-9:50am | Friday | 23 of 25 | Emily Brown | VKC158 | | |
| 19817R | 001 | Discussion | 12:00-12:50pm | Friday | 25 of 25 | Steven Gonzalez | THH215 | | |
| 19818R | 001 | Discussion | 1:00-1:50pm | Friday | 25 of 25 | Steven Gonzalez | THH215 | |
An introductory survey of the most important works of art and architectural monuments of ancient Rome, from the beginning of the city through Constantine (8th century BC to 4th century AD).
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the AHIS department but may qualify for major credit in CLAS. To register, enroll in AHIS 322.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11926R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 28 of 30 | Ann Yasin | VKC201 | |
Introduction to ethical and political thought of classical Roman writers. Relationship between theory and practice. Implications for contemporary society. Recommended preparation: Basic familiarity with Roman history.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19831D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Monday | Canceled | VKC105 | |
Democratic concepts and values of fifth century B.C. Athens utilizing rhetorical, historical, dramatic, and biographical sources.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19833R | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled | THH111 | |
Current approaches to study of the ancient world. Research methods and resources. Open only to Classics majors.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Classics, Classics
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| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19830R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Monday | 2 of 15 | Thomas Habinek | OFFICE | |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19840D | 001 | 2.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 7 | William Thalmann | OFFICE | |
Individual research for honors in the major leading to a substantial paper or other project. Not open to graduate students.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19841D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 4 | William Thalmann | OFFICE | |
- Note: Must register for 4.0 units. What made the conquests of Alexander the Great possible and what was their impact on the eastern Mediterranean states and societies? The purpose of this class is to introduce the student to the history and culture of what is called the Hellenistic period, starting with the conquests led by Philippe and Alexander the Great, kings of Macedonia (4th c. BC) and ending with the death of Cleopatra VII and the annexation of Egypt by the Roman emperor-to-be, Augustus (30 BC). This course also offers a basic hands-on introduction to reading Greek inscriptions for students with no previous knowledge of ancient Greek (or of any other ancient language).
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hellenistic World on Stones and Papyri | ||||||||||
| 19845R | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled | Christelle Fischer-Bovet | | ||
Latin literature from the Augustan period to that of Antonines.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19846R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 12 | Anthony Boyle | OFFICE | |
Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19855D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 8 | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of Thesis. Graded CR/NC.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19852D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 10 | OFFICE | |
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19856D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 8 | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19860D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 10 | OFFICE | |