Spring 2005 Course Descriptions

Questions? Contact the director of undergraduate studies (Professor Hubert Martin: hmartin-at-uky.edu) or the director of graduate studies (Professor Ross Scaife: scaife-at-uky.edu).

For places and times please check the Registrar's Schedule of Classes.
CLA 100-001 Ancient Stories In Modern Films
Robert Rabel (rrabel at uky.edu)
MW 9:00 am - 9:50 am, F 9:00 am - 9:50 am
This course will view a number of modern films and set them alongside ancient literary texts which have either directly inspired them or with which they share common themes. In the first part of the course, we will consider the relationship between ancient Greek epic, tragic, and comic literature and the modern cinema, such as the recent film Troy. In the second part, we will look at the number of ways in which the city of Rome has been treated as both a physical place and as an idea or ideal in the work of both ancient Romans and modern film-makers.
CLA 100-002 Ancient Stories In Modern Films
Robert Rabel (rrabel at uky.edu)
MW 9:00 am - 9:50 am, F 11:00 am - 11:50 am
This course will view a number of modern films and set them alongside ancient literary texts which have either directly inspired them or with which they share common themes. In the first part of the course, we will consider the relationship between ancient Greek epic, tragic, and comic literature and the modern cinema, such as the recent film Troy. In the second part, we will look at the number of ways in which the city of Rome has been treated as both a physical place and as an idea or ideal in the work of both ancient Romans and modern film-makers.
CLA 100-003 Ancient Stories In Modern Films
Robert Rabel (rrabel at uky.edu)
MW 9:00 am - 9:50 am, F 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
This course will view a number of modern films and set them alongside ancient literary texts which have either directly inspired them or with which they share common themes. In the first part of the course, we will consider the relationship between ancient Greek epic, tragic, and comic literature and the modern cinema, such as the recent film Troy. In the second part, we will look at the number of ways in which the city of Rome has been treated as both a physical place and as an idea or ideal in the work of both ancient Romans and modern film-makers.
CLA 100-004 Ancient Stories In Modern Films
Robert Rabel (rrabel at uky.edu)
MW 9:00 am - 9:50 am, F 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
This course will view a number of modern films and set them alongside ancient literary texts which have either directly inspired them or with which they share common themes. In the first part of the course, we will consider the relationship between ancient Greek epic, tragic, and comic literature and the modern cinema, such as the recent film Troy. In the second part, we will look at the number of ways in which the city of Rome has been treated as both a physical place and as an idea or ideal in the work of both ancient Romans and modern film-makers.
CLA 100-005 Ancient Stories In Modern Films
Robert Rabel (rrabel at uky.edu)
MW 9:00 am - 9:50 am, T 10:00 am - 10:50 am
This course will view a number of modern films and set them alongside ancient literary texts which have either directly inspired them or with which they share common themes. In the first part of the course, we will consider the relationship between ancient Greek epic, tragic, and comic literature and the modern cinema, such as the recent film Troy. In the second part, we will look at the number of ways in which the city of Rome has been treated as both a physical place and as an idea or ideal in the work of both ancient Romans and modern film-makers.
CLA 102-001 Elementary Latin, Part 2
Staff
MTWR 11:00-11:50 am
This is the second in a four-semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before we move on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbooks will be Volumes I-II of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 102-002 Elementary Latin, Part 2
Staff
MTWR 1:00-1:50 pm
This is the second in a four-semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before we move on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbooks will be Volumes I-II of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 102-003 Elementary Latin, Part 2
Staff
MTWR 2:00-2:50 pm
This is the second in a four-semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before we move on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbooks will be Volumes I-II of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 102-004 Elementary Latin, Part 2
Staff
MTWR 11:00-11:50 am
This is the second in a four-semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before we move on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbooks will be Volumes I-II of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 102-005 Elementary Latin, Part 2
Staff
MTWR 1:00-1:50 pm
This is the second in a four-semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before we move on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbooks will be Volumes I-II of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 131-401 Medical Terminology, Computer-Assisted Instruction
Staff
TBA
This course covers Latin and Greek roots, prefixes, suffixes, and principles of word-formation in the technical vocabulary of the health sciences. Primarily for students planning careers in those fields. Class attendance required only three times a semester; students set their own pace and work independently. University computing facilities are used for review, drill, and self-testing. No previous experience with computers expected. Be sure you check the Spring 2004 Schedule of Classes for dates and times of the required organizational meetings.
CLA 152-001 Elementary Greek, Part 2
Jane Phillips (claphil at uky.edu)
MW 1:00-2:00pm and TR 12:30pm - 1:20pm
This course is the continuation of CLA 151. We will continue work in Athenaze Vol. 1. Prerequisite is CLA 151 or equivalent. This course counts towards USP and A&S language requirements.
CLA 202-001 Intermediate Latin, Part 2
Staff
MWF 10:00-10:50 am
This is last in a four semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before going on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbook will be Volumes III of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 202-002 Intermediate Latin, Part 2
Staff
MWF 1:00-1:50 pm
This is last in a four semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before going on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbook will be Volumes III of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 202-003 Intermediate Latin, Part 2
Hubert Martin (hmartin at uky.edu)
MWF 2:00-2:50 pm
This is last in a four semester sequence of courses whose purpose is to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and conceptual features of the Latin Language. We will proceed at a gradual, measured pace, being sure that one lesson is mastered before going on to the next. We will also pay considerable attention to the civilization created by the ancient Romans, its literature, art, history, and political institutions. Our textbook will be Volumes III of the Oxford Latin Course.
CLA 210-001 Art of Greece and Rome
Ross Scaife (scaife at uky.edu)
TR 2-3:15 pm
This course begins with a substantial look at the Bronze Age cultures of Minoan Crete and Mycenae, then studies the gradual flowering of Greek creative genius in the Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic periods, and culminates with a brief look at Roman art through the time of the emperor Augustus. Our main focus will be on the social, religious, and political aspects of ancient art, whether we are considering major imperial monuments such as the Parthenon in Athens and the Altar of Peace in Rome, or objects intended for private enjoyment such as Greek vases or Pompeian wall paintings.
CLA 230-001 The Hellenistic World And Rome To The Death Of Constantine.
Dan Gargola (djgarg01 at uky.edu)
MWF 2:00 pm - 2:50pm
This course is an introductory survey of the Hellenistic Period from the death of Alexander the Great to the death of the last Ptolemy, Cleopatra. Special emphasis is placed upon the cultural changes this period witnessed. The history of Rome from its Republican origins to the decline of the Empire completes this course. An important feature of this part of the course is the study of the failure of Roman institutions to stop the decline of either the Republic or the Empire.
CLA 252-001 Intermediate Greek, Part 2
Milena Minkova (mmink2 at uky.edu)
TR 9:30-10:45 am
The course has as a pre-requisite the successful completion of CLA 251, or a similar experience. We will continue to work with the second volume of "Athenaze", the book used in CLA 251, and we will follow the vicissitudes of an Athenian family, learning about history, religion and everyday life in Ancient Greece. The participants will deepen their knowledge of Greek to the point that those who successfully complete this course will be able to approach Greek texts independently.
CLA 261-001 Literary Masterpieces of Greek and Rome
Terence Tunberg (terentius_us at yahoo.com)
MWF 11:00am - 11:50pm
Participants in this course will explore some of the fundamental texts in Greek and Roman literature that have shaped the consciousness of the west. In particular we will focus on the Greek contributions to epic, tragedy, comedy, and philosophical writing. If you thought you couldn't learn much from a bunch of old books, think again. This course could change your life!
CLA 302-001 Latin Literature II. Prose Fiction (Apuleius and Petronius)
Jennifer Tunberg (jtunberg at yahoo.com)
MWF: 1-1:50.
In addition to reading excerpts from the Latin texts carefully, we shall also pay close attention to each author's themes, style, and theory of fiction.
CLA 382-001 Greek and Roman Religion
James A. Francis (jafran1 at uky.edu)
TR 11:00-12:15pm
This course will examine religious practice and experience in the world of ancient Greece and Rome. Religion will be conceived of very broadly and include not only the ancient gods themselves and their cult and ritual, but also religious thought in ancient philosophy, magic, Christianity in the ancient world, and also the various connections between religion and Greek and Roman culture and society. The course seeks not only to covey historical knowledge, but also to familiarize the student with scholarly approaches to the study of religion as a historical phenomenon of human behavior and inform the student of the particular characteristics of ancient religion and how they differ from the assumptions and definitions of modern world religions. Students will become acquainted with the various types of sources and evidence for ancient religion, including not only literature, but art, archaeology, and inscriptions, as well as various methods for interpreting this evidence. Ultimately, it is hoped that the student will gain from this course a set of concepts and skills that can be applicable to the study of religion in a variety of different historical periods and cultures.
CLA 450G 401 Christians in the Roman Empire
Bruce Holle (bholl2 at uky.edu)
W 6:00 - 8:3 pm
Classics 450G is an undergraduate seminar which discusses the changing status of Christians in the Roman Empire between 100 and 500 CE. An underlying theme of this course is the answer to the following question: What is it to be a Christian? Students will read and discuss both primary and secondary sources and analyze how the answer to the above-mentioned question changed during the Roman Empire. Topics to be discussed include: heresies, persecution, definitions of doctrine and practices, relationship to the Roman Empire, and more. All students will write a book review, take two exams, and participate in regular discussion of ancient and modern opinions on Christian development. Class participation is an expected component of this class and will contribute 25% to the overall grade for the course.
CLA 450G 402 Thucydides, Empire, and Iraq
Ross Scaife (scaife at uky.edu)
W 7:00 - 9:35 pm
Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War has been invoked as a point of reference for both supporters and opponents of the current war in Iraq. This course will explore why that is so. Seminar readings will be drawn from Thucydides's History, Niall Ferguson's Colossus, and other work on the realist tradition in foreign policy.
CLA 527-001/604-001: The Odes of Horace
Hubert Martin, Jr. (hmartin at uky.edu).
MW 4:00-5:15 pm
We shall begin with Diffugere nives (Odes IV.7), regarded by A.E. Housman as "the most beautiful poem in ancient literature," and Nunc est bibendum (Odes I.37), which concludes with Horace's poetic salute to the last of the Ptolemies. After that, we will read in their published order a broad and varied selection of Odes. Our intellectual and aesthetic interests will be equally broad and varied: form, theme, syntax, diction, prosody, imagery, historical context, and Hellenic influence.
CLA 552-001/601-001 Greek Poetry: Homer
Robert Rabel (rrabel at uky.edu)
MWF 12:00 pm - 12:50 p
This course will involve extensive readings in the Odyssey with special attention given to the presence of the various dialects that make up the language of Homer. We will also study various approaches to the Homeric texts (historical, oral-formulaic, narratological, etc.) that have been take since the beginnings of modern Classical scholarship at the end of the eighteenth century.
CLA 580-01 Independent study in Greek Instructor: Milena Minkova TR
11.00-12.15 in Patterson Office Tower 1045
The course has as a pre-requisite the successful completion of CLA 152, or a similar experience. We will continue with the second volume of "Athenaze", the book used in CLA 152, and we will follow the vicissitudes of an Athenian family, gaining insights into history, religion, world-views and everyday life in Ancient Greece. Participants will deepen their knowledge of Greek both on the grammatical and lexical level. We will attempt to cover in an accelerated speed the grammatical material of the whole book. Those students who successfully complete this course will decisively increase their ability to approach Greek texts independently.
CLA 580-002 Independent Study
Ross Scaife (scaife at uky.edu)
TBA
Topic by arrangment.
CLA 611-001 Studies in Roman Philology II
Milena Minkova (mmink2 at uky.edu)
TR 11-12:15
This course has as a pre-requisite the successful completion of CLA 511, or a similar experience. We will read a large selection from Latin authors of all times, all of them belonging to the epistolary genre. Letters of Cicero, Seneca, Pliny the Younger, Jerome, Heloisa, Erasmus, Leibniz and Hobbes will be included in this selection. The course will foster close familiarization with the Latin language, cultivate an appreciation for different Latin prose styles, as well as investigate the broader historical and cultural circumstances surrounding each work. The classes will be conducted in Latin, and the assignments will involve Latin composition.
CLA 695-001 Independent Study
T. Tunberg (terentius_us at yahoo.com)
TBA
Prerequisite for this course is CLA 511 or the equivalent. One focus of this course will be on readings in Latin prose and/or poetry to be agreed on between the instructor and participants. The second focus of the course will be on written composition in Latin on topics connected with the texts read. A third goal, complementary to and closely allied to that of reading and writing, will be developing and enhancing skill in oral expression in Latin. The instructor's commentary and all class discussion will be in Latin.
HIS 501-001 The Hellenistic World
D. Gargola

HIS 706-001 Colloquium
A. Firey

"This will be, we hope, an active forum for pre-modern faculty across the disciplines and the pre-modern graduate students in History to discuss Work In Progress. Each week (or so) we'll convene to discuss the written draft of WIP contributed by that week's speaker. This is a serious effort to give our students a clue about methods, standards, current conversations, professional discourse, sources, and their own faculty."
PHI 700-001 Seminar in Ancient Philosophy: Plato's Late Dialogues
D. Bradshaw

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