3 credits
Spring 2025 Lecture Lower DivisionJEDIHumanitiesHow identities based on gender, sexual behavior and sexual desire, and socio-economic status are established in ancient Greece and Rome. Exploration of why these ancient views of gender and sexuality remain of continuing importance in the 21st century. All readings in English.
Learning Outcomes1Learn core information about ancient Greek and/or Roman cultures.
2Learn to analyze gender identities and conventions surrounding sexuality in various communities with different socio-political structures.
3Develop methods for historically sensitive investigation of materials (literary and/or visual) from ancient cultures.
4Systematically improve analytical skills as writers, readers, and speakers.