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CLA-2454: Topics in Ancient Greek and Latin Literature

Description: Examines canonical and non-canonical ancient Greek and Latin literary texts in translation and subsequent uses, adaptations and interpretations of these texts in various cultures. Examines concepts common to the humanities. Investigates the interaction and interdependence of literary texts with philosophy, art, music, history, and society. Identifies the uses, influences, and interpretation of these literatures. Examines significance of ancient Greek and Latin literature even though distant from our own space, time and experience. Identifies instances of cultural diversity and inclusion in these works. Taught in English. May be repeated 2 times with different content for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

Pathways: 2 Critical Thinking Humanities, 11 Intercultural&Global Aware.

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: N/A

Required By: N/A

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: up to 9 credit hours

Sections Taught: 6

Average GPA: 3.62 (rounds to A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 67.19%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 1.86%

Christine E Steer202474.7%16.7%2.1%2.4%2.2%1.9%3.626

Grade Distribution Over Time

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Fall 2019Fall 2022Fall 2023Fall 2024Term050% W