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-199 Directed Study (1-2 Credits)
A directed study course in Greek is an opportunity for a student to study the fundamentals of classical Greek under a faculty member\'s close guidance. Prerequisite: permission of department chair and instructor.
GREK-216 Hellenistic Literature (2 Credits)
In the period after Alexander the Great, the spoken Greek language evolved into the so-called koine ("common" dialect) that was ultimately the language of the New Testament. Meanwhile, poetry and prose writing developed distinctively new forms and content such as literary epigram and prose fiction (the "Greek novel"). Through reading and analysis of selected material from the Hellenistic era and beyond in the original Greek, students will gain a deeper understanding of Greek language and literature, as well as the cultural and historical contexts in which these works were created. Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent.
GREK-218 Greek Philosophy and Rhetoric (2 Credits)
The ancient Greeks were pioneers in philosophy and rhetoric. Through reading and analysis of selections in the original Greek from authors such as Plato, Aristotle, Lysias, and Demosthenes, 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-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-224 Greek Tragedy (2 Credits)
The Greek tragedians of the 5th century BCE (Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides) put on stage the often shocking storylines from mythological sources, integrating the traditions of personal iambic poetry and choral lyric. In this course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the Greek language and poetic style, as well as the cultural and historical contexts in which these works were created, through reading and analysis of selections from one particular tragic poet in the original Greek. Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent.
GREK-226 Greek Comedy (2 Credits)
Comedy as we know it today from film, television, and theater has its roots in the highly political Old Comedy of Aristophanes from the 5th century BCE and in the less topical New Comedy of Menander from the 4th and 3rd centuries. Through a close reading of selections from one or both of these playwrights in the original language, students will gain a better understanding of ancient Greek while positioning these works in their cultural and historical contexts. 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-314 Greek Lyric Poetry (2 Credits)
Lyric poetry, poetry that was sung to the accompaniment of the lyre, is the medium in which we hear the first truly individual and personal expressions of ancient Greek authors. Through reading and analysis of selections in the original Greek from poets such as Archilochus, Sappho, Solon, and others, students will gain a deeper understanding of Greek language, poetic meters, 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-316 Hellenistic Literature (2 Credits)
In the period after Alexander the Great, the spoken Greek language evolved into the so-called koine ("common" dialect) that was ultimately the language of the New Testament. Meanwhile, poetry and prose writing developed distinctively new forms and content such as literary epigram and prose fiction (the "Greek novel"). Through reading and analysis of selected material from the Hellenistic era and beyond in the original Greek, students will gain a deeper understanding of Greek language 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-318 Greek Philosophy & Rhetoric (2 Credits)
The ancient Greeks were pioneers in philosophy and rhetoric. Through reading and analysis of selections in the original Greek from authors such as Plato, Aristotle, Lysias, and Demosthenes, 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. 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-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-324 Greek Tragedy (2 Credits)
The Greek tragedians of the 5th century BCE (Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides) put on stage the often shocking storylines from mythological sources, integrating the traditions of personal iambic poetry and choral lyric. In this course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the Greek language and poetic style, as well as the cultural and historical contexts in which these works were created, through reading and analysis of selections from one particular tragic poet in the original Greek. 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-326 Greek Comedy (2 Credits)
Comedy as we know it today from film, television, and theater has its roots in the highly political Old Comedy of Aristophanes from the 5th century BCE and in the less topical New Comedy of Menander from the 4th and 3rd centuries. Through a close reading of selections from one or both of these playwrights in the original language, students will gain a better understanding of ancient Greek while positioning these works in their cultural and historical contexts. Students will also conduct a research project relevant to the course material. Prerequisite: GREK 102 or equivalent. Recommended prerequisite: one GREK course at the 200 level.
GREK-328 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. Students will also conduct a short research project relevant to 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.