GREK-101 Elementary Greek I (4 Credits)
Ancient Greek was the medium in which groundbreaking contributions in philosophy, history, and all manner of literary genres, from Homer\'s "Iliad" and "Odyssey" to the biblical book of Revelation, were made to our world. Because of the Greeks\' pioneering work in medicine and other sciences, Greek remains the basis of much medical and scientific terminology today, and there are also many words derived from ancient Greek in our everyday English. As the first term of the introductory Greek sequence, this course offers a thorough introduction to the grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of classical Attic Greek. May not take GREK-101 if GREK-191 has already been taken.
GREK-102 Elementary Greek II (4 Credits)
In this continuation of the two-term introductory Greek sequence, students will continue to build their knowledge of the grammar, syntax, and vocabulary used in classical Greek texts, while also pursuing a general knowledge of the culture of the Greeks and recognizing the profound influence that their language and culture have had on our world today. By the end of this course, students have the basic skills needed to read classical and later Greek texts (including koine Greek, the language of the New Testament). Prerequisite: GREK 101 or equivalent. May not take GREK-102 if GREK-192 has already been taken.
GREK-191 Greek I as a 2nd Classical Language (1 Credits)
This course covers content similar to the GREK 101 course but is designed for students who have completed the LATN 101-102 sequence or equivalent. Because Greek and Latin share many conceptual (and even some morphological) features, students taking this course will draw on their previous knowledge of classical grammar, syntax, and vocabulary and apply it to acquiring proficiency in ancient Greek. NB: Does not fulfill Augustana\'s general education foreign language requirement. May not take GREK-191 if GREK-101 has already been taken.
GREK-192 Greek II as a 2nd Classical Language (1 Credits)
This course covers content similar to the GREK 102 course but is designed for students who have completed the LATN 101-102 sequence. Because Greek and Latin share many conceptual (and even some morphological) features, students taking this course will draw on their previous knowledge of classical grammar, syntax, and vocabulary and apply it to acquiring proficiency in ancient Greek. Prerequisite: GREK 101 or 191. NB: Does not fulfill Augustana\'s general education second language requirement. May not take GREK-192 if GREK-102 has already been taken.
GREK-201 Intermediate Ancient Greek (2 Credits)
In this course, students will gain experience in Ancient Greek with readings selected from lyric poetry, philosophy and rhetoric, historical prose, novels, comedy, tragedy, or epic. Prerequisite: the beginning Greek sequence or equivalent. Course may be repeated for credit as reading selections will differ each time the course is offered.
GREK-222 Greek Historical Prose (2 Credits)
Herodotus, Thucydides, and Xenophon collectively created the discipline of history as it was understood in antiquity. Through reading and analysis of selections from one or more of these historians in the original Greek, students will gain a deeper understanding of the Greek language, prose style, and literature, as well as the cultural and historical contexts in which these works were created. Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent.
GREK-228 Greek Epic (2 Credits)
Homer\'s 8th century BCE "Iliad" and "Odyssey" were central in the culture and education of both the Greeks and the Romans and have exerted a profound influence on our own art, literature, and film as well. Through a close reading of selections from these epic poems in the original Greek, students will hone their language skills while developing a greater appreciation for the cultural and historical contexts of these formative works. Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent.
GREK-299 Directed Study (1-2 Credits)
A directed study course in Greek is an opportunity for a student to read selections from a particular text in the original language under a faculty member\'s close guidance. After formulating a written study plan and expectations for outcomes, the student will meet regularly with the faculty member throughout the term in order to gain deeper understanding of the selected text\'s language and style, as well as its cultural and historical context. Prerequisite: permission of department chair and instructor.
GREK-301 Advanced Ancient Greek (2 Credits)
Students in this class will continue to gain practice in ancient Greek while also conducting an advanced research or translation project. Readings will be selected from lyric poetry, philosophy and rhetoric, historical prose, novels, comedy, tragedy, or epic. Prerequisite: GREK 201. Course may be repeated for credit as reading selections will differ each time the course is offered.
GREK-322 Greek Historical Prose (2 Credits)
Herodotus, Thucydides, and Xenophon collectively created the discipline of history as it was understood in antiquity. Through reading and analysis of selections from one or more of these historians in the original Greek, students will gain a deeper understanding of Greek language, prose style, and literature, as well as the cultural and historical contexts in which these works were created. Students will also carry out a research project related to the course material. Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent. Recommended prerequisite: one GREK course at the 200-level.
GREK-393 International Study Colloquium (3-4 Credits)
GREK-399 Directed Study (1-2 Credits)
A directed study course in Greek is an opportunity for a student to read selections from a particular text in the original language under a faculty member\'s close guidance. After formulating a written study plan and expectations for outcomes, the student will meet regularly with the faculty member throughout the term in order to gain deeper understanding of the selected text\'s language and style, as well as the cultural and historical context, often supplemented by a short research project. Prerequisite: permission of department chair and instructor.