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Greek Courses (Fall 2006)


GREEK (GREK) COURSES are conducted in English but use the Greek language extensively. All courses except GREK 395 carry three (3) credit hours.

GREK 102 - Elementary Greek I
Rachel Sternberg
M.W.F. 10:30-11:20
The first semester of Greek provides an introduction to Greek grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on reading continuous texts and on comprehension techniques. The reading material also invites students to explore the culture and society of Greece in the Classical period.
     (Note: Both GREK 101 and GREK 102 must be completed to obtain credit.)

GREK 201 - Greek Prose Authors
Rachel Sternberg
M.W.F. 2:00-2:50
The third semester of Greek introduces a wide selection of prose texts in the genres of historiography, philosophy, and oratory, while improving students' mastery of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. Textual interpretation leads to discussion of significant themes in Greek culture.
     (Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent)

GREK 381 - Senior Seminar
Staff
(Times as arranged)
To introduce graduating seniors to ancillary disciplines for the study of Greek literature and history. These include but are not limited to palaeography, epigraphy, numismatics, and textual criticism. A major component of the course will inevitably be unseen translation since ancient sources do not only have to be deciphered but also understood.
     (Prerequisite: any 300-level GREK course. Cross-listed as LATN 381.)

GREK 390 - Greek Prose Composition
Paul Iversen
T.R. 8:30-9:45
The immediate goal of this course is to introduce students to the principles and practice of composing continuous passages of Greek prose. This will be done in such a way so that the students will review and strengthen their command of Attic forms while becoming more aware of the ways in which Greek syntax expressed thought. Through this exercise, the ultimate goal is to become a more proficient and sensitive reader of ancient Greek.
     (Prerequisite: GREK 202 or equivalent)

GREK 395 - Directed Readings (1-3 credits)
Staff (Times as Arranged)
Directed readings in authors selected to serve the individual interests and needs of undergraduate students.
     (Prerequisite: consent of instructor.)