CLAS102 ANCIENT MEDITERRAN CIV II: ROME (3.00) An introduction to the methodologies of ancient historical study and an account of the growth and development of ancient Roman civilization from its archeological and legendary beginnings through the Roman republic into the time of the emperors.

CLAS120 FROM HOMER TO PLATO (3.00) This course provides an understanding of the development of ancient Greek culture and history by examining the values, customs, institutions, and major historical events that shaped the Greek world, in particular Athens and Sparta, through primary and secondary source readings. An important goal is togain insight into the Greek origins of key social, political, and cultural ideas and concepts that have contributed to the formation of Western civilization.

CLAS121 FROM ALEXANDER TO CLEOPATRA (3.00) This course is designed to continue the investigation of the ancient Greek world, as the Greeks begin to spread across the Levant into the Middle East (momentarily as far as India). Many of the social, political, and cultural ideas and concepts developed by the Greeks that were studied in CLAS120 will continue to be explored for their contribution to the formation of Western civilization. Prerequisite: CLAS 120

CLAS130 EPIC AND ADVENTURES OF HEROES (3.00) An inquiry into the epic genre, the epic hero, and epic values through a careful reading of several ancient and medieval poems. Cross-listed Courses: ENGL130

CLAS142 CLASSICAL TRAGEDY (3.00) A study of the tragic form, its poetry, and its use of myth through a careful reading of several plays of Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Seneca. Cross-listed Courses: ENGL142

CLAS146 CLASSICAL COMEDY & SATIRE (3.00) A study of ancient classical writings, comedies, which were presented on the stage, and satirical poems. Cross-listed Courses: ENGL146

CLAS160 FROM ROMULUS TO OCTAVIAN (3.00) This course aims to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the roots of Western civilization by exploring the culture of the ancient Romans. The purpose of this course is to build an appreciation of early Roman culture and life through a study of its history, government, social changes, and prominent personalities.

CLAS161 FROM AUGUSTUS TO ATTILA (3.00) This course aims to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the roots of Western civilization by exploring the politics and culture of the Roman Empire. This complex period of history will be examined through a study of its history, government, social changes, and prominent personalities. Prerequisite: CLAS 160

CLAS170 NEAR EASTERN CIV I:EGYPT & NUBIA (3.00) The purpose of this course is to acquaint the students with the richness and complexity of the history of Egypt, particularly looking at how its relations with its neighbors changed over time as it looked first in one direction and then another for commercial and political links.

CLAS171 NEAR EASTERN CIV II: BIBLE LANDS (3.00) The purpose of this course, one which should be key for an institution such as Xavier, is to explore the integrated histories of the lands of the Bible. Students will read, hear, speak,and write about the history of the early civilizaions which jockeyed for power and control of the two great commercial-military prizes: ports on the Mediterranean and control of the Tigris-Euphrates catchments. Prerequisite: CLAS 170

CLAS173 INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL HEBREW (3.00) The purpose of this course is to provide basic instruction in the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of Hebrew. This course is Classical Hebrew for students of the Old Testament who want to read and translate the Hebrew Bible, use a critical edition, and consult dictionaries, grammars, concordances, and commentaries. Cross-listed Courses: THEO273

CLAS174 READINGS IN BIBLICAL HEBREW (3.00) The purpose of this course is to provide basic instruction in the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of Hebrew. This course is Classical Hebrew for students of the Old Testament who want to read and translate the Hebrew Bible, use a critical edition, and consult dictionaries, grammars, concordances, and commentaries. Cross-listed Courses: THEO280 THEO579

CLAS205 CLASSICAL LIT & MORAL IMAGINA (3.00) An examination of ethical and social issues drawn from the Greco-Roman past which illuminate contemporary society. Fulfills E/RS Focus Literature and the Moral Imagination requirement. Prerequisite: PHIL 100 THEO 111 Corequisite: PHIL 100 THEO 111

CLAS210 WORD ORIGINS & VOCABULARY DEVEL (3.00) This is a course on the etymology of English words, especially those of classical (Greek or Latin) origin. It introduces students to some basic principles of word formation, the history of the English language, and the influence of other cultures on their own. Emphasis is placed on medical, legal, and scientific terminology.

CLAS211 THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS (3.00) To introduce undergraduates to the Dead Sea Scrolls (DSS), their history, their (mis-?) representation in the popular media, the scandal surrounding them, what English translations of them are available, and what is currently being done with them. Cross-listed Courses: THEO211

CLAS217 INTRO TO THE CHURCH FATHERS (3.00) The first centuries of Christianity as reflected in the patristic writers. The chief Fathers. The evolution of doctrine. The unfolding of revelation. The consciousness of the indwelling spirit. Cross-listed Courses: THEO217

CLAS239 ANCIENT LIT, MAGIC & THE OCCULT (3.00) This course focuses on the influence myth and magic had on the Graeco-Roman cultures. The interrelation between ritual magic, derivative superstition, and women is a major component of this course. Emphasis will be placed on the study of witchcraft, the correlation between magic and religion, the influence of the occult on ritual, and the psychology of magic.

CLAS240 WORLD MYTHOLOGY (3.00) The western tradition will be examined through in-depth comparative studies of classical mythology with the mythologies of the world (myths from but not limited to Asia, Central, South, and North America, Africa, the Near East, and Polynesia). This course emphasizes understanding mythologies as symbolic cultural systems expressing societal values.

CLAS241 CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY: ART (3.00) A study of ancient classical myths, primarily through artifacts and works of art, highlighting the meaning and influence of its myths.

CLAS242 CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY: LITERATURE (3.00) A study of the ancient classical myths, primarily through its surviving literature, highlighting the meaning and influence of its myths.

CLAS251 NEAR EASTERN MYTHOLOGY: ART (3.00) The major monuments of the ancient Near East are explored as a backdrop to the art, history, and literature of Near Eastern cultures.

CLAS252 NEAR EASTERN MYTHOLOGY: LIT (3.00) The major literary works of the ancient Near East are explored as a backdrop to the art, history, and literature of Near Eastern cultures.

CLAS261 GREEK ARCHAEOLOGY (3.00) The major monuments of Greek antiquity explored as a backdrop to the art, history, and literature of ancient Greece.

CLAS262 ROMAN ARCHAEOLOGY (3.00) The major monuments of Roman antiquity explored as a backdrop to the art, history, and literature of ancient Rome.

CLAS371 ART/ARCH/ECON/SOC-LATE ANTIQUITY (3.00) A study of the coexistence of several religious and ethical systems, highlighting symbiosis and cross-fertilization. Fulfills the E/R & S Focus elective. Prerequisite: THEO 111 PHIL 100 Corequisite: THEO 111 PHIL 100

CLAS372 WOMEN IN ANTIQUITY (3.00) A multi-media study of the lives of Greek and Roman women and minorities organized around topics and issues of contemporary interest. Fulfills the E/RS Focus Elective. Prerequisite: PHIL 100 THEO 111 Corequisite: PHIL 100 THEO 111

CLAS397 DIRECTED STUDY (1.00-3.00) Credit and content of course by advance agreement between the professor and student.

CLAS399 HAB CAPSTONE THESIS (1.00-3.00) Senior thesis/pre-seminar course.