|
PHIL/HIST 215/315
Ethics and Athletics in Ancient Greece and Rome
Satisfies Ethics and Personal Values requirement
Satisfies Service Learning Flag
|
This course examines the relationship among athletics, politics, and moral philosophy in ancient Greece and Rome with a focus on the connections between athleticism, virtue, and social class. It covers the history and politics of sport from Egypt and Mesopotamia through the Roman Empire and considers the philosophical thought of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Lucretius, Seneca, and Aurelius. Throughout, ancient observations are linked with contemporary issues such as the use of athletes as role models, the relationship between money and corruption, the relative worth of participation and spectatorship, and the role of females in sport. The theories studied will be applied through service projects involving youth sports. Students taking the course at the 300 level will have additional writing, presentation, and class leadership responsibilities involving external philosophical and/or historical research (depending on the prefix). |
HIST/RELG 216/316
Religious Traditions in the Mediterranean: Past and Present
Satisfies Religious Traditions flag
|
This course explores the religious traditions of the Mediterranean with special attention to identifying patterns of commonality and diversity. Students will examine how religion has influenced the cultural, social, and political traditions of the Mediterranean world. The course will vary by theme, chronological span, and emphasis, depending on the instructor. Students taking the course at the 300 level will have additional readings, class presentations and responsibilities involving external research. |
HIST 236/436
Europe in the World Wars
Satisfies Global Awareness requirement
|
This is a thematic lecture/discussion course that explores various aspects of the history of World War I and World War II in Europe. Issues addressed will include: causation; military affairs; strategic and tactical issues; diplomacy and international relations. |
MORN 211
Encountering Italy
Satisfies May Term requirement
|
This course provides students with an interdisciplinary introduction to Italy’s history and culture with the aim of developing a sense of global citizenship. It will combine academic study of language and culture with field trips to important museums and historical sites, as well as guided interaction with the local community. |
OR
|
|
CULT 301
La Dolce Vita: Customs and Cultures of Italy
Satisfies Global Awareness requirement |
This course provides students with an interdisciplinary introduction to Italy’s history and culture with the aim of developing a sense of global citizenship. It will combine academic study and research with field trips to important museums and historical sites, as well as guided interaction with the local community. Students will study, research, write, and present on topics relevant to Italy’s cultural practice and heritage such as: art, architecture, design, music, literature, drama, folklore, business, agriculture, cuisine, politics, religion, recreation, and sports. |
Sample Program for sophomore focused on general studies requirements: PHIL215 (EPV, SL), RELG216 (Religion Flag), HIST236 (Global Awareness), MORN211 (May Term).
|
Sample Program of junior or senior focused on 300 level courses: PHIL315 (EPV, SL), HIST316 (Religion Flag), HIST436 (Global Awareness), CULT301 (Global Awareness).
|
| Sample Program for a History Major, Minor, or Cluster: HIST215, HIST316, HIST436, CULT301 |
|
|
