Aristotle and Alexander: The Power of a Teacher The long relationship between the ancient world’s most profound philosopher and his student—that world’s most powerful conqueror—reveals a stark contrast: One dominated by the power of his mind, the other by the might of his sword. Author and classics professor John Prevas examines a fascinating saga of ideals, ego, brutality, and betrayal that played out against the backdrop of an empire. Thursday, September 5, 2019 - 6:45 p.m.
The Phoenicians and Their Colonies Archaeologist Robert Stieglitz explores the history and cultural heritage of the civilization that brought urban life and literacy to the ancient western Mediterranean. Saturday, September 14, 2019 - 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Urban Architecture in Ancient Angkor: Old Temples and New Findings Art historian Robert DeCaroli examines the sites and structures that made up the urban landscape of the Khmer Empire and traces the historical shifts, royal decisions, religious beliefs, and cultural processes that led to its development. (World Art History Certificate elective, 1/2 credit) Thursday, September 19, 2019 - 6:45 p.m.
The Legacy of the Ancient World: The Texts That Tell the Stories Homer, the Bible, and the New Testament, are among the ancient texts that provide us knowledge of the ancient world. Explore the stories behind these and other sources, which still retain their narrative power into the 21st century. Saturday, October 26, 2019 - 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Introduction to Western Art: From the Great Pyramids to the Pantheon In a fascinating overview of ancient material culture, art historian Renee Gondek surveys the paintings, sculptures, and architectural wonders produced in ancient Egypt and the Greco-Roman world that served as inspiration for generations of creators to come. (World Art History Certificate core course, 1 credit) Wednesday, October 30 to November 20, 2019 - 6:45 p.m.
