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) Monday, January 6 to February 3, 2020 - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (no class Jan. 20)
The Making of England: From the Viking Wars to King Cnut Two centuries of Danish invasions transformed Britain from a patchwork of Anglo-Saxon and Celtic kingdoms into a single one, England. Historian Richard Abels explores how the Viking wars served as the catalyst for its creation. Wednesday, January 8 to 29, 2020 - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Beethoven: The Musical Milestones His was an amazing life of discovery and challenge, reflected in the music created across the full breadth of compositional forms. In a six-session course, classical music and opera scholar Saul Lilienstein surveys the landmark works that define Beethoven’s career and legacy. Tuesday, January 21 to February 25, 2020 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
A View from Inside: The CIA and FBI The CIA and FBI are often portrayed as strained institutional colleagues, but what is it really like to work in these highly secretive agencies tasked with protecting our country? In a fascinating series, veterans of the CIA and FBI discuss their professional roles and how these closely guarded organizations operate. Wednesday, February 5 to 26, 2020 – 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
The Golden Age of Spanish Art Over the 16th and 17th centuries, Spanish art flourished as it reflected the influences of Northern European and Italian artists and the complex forces of humanism and spirituality. Art historian Aneta Georgievska-Shine provides an overview of the era and the enduring achievements of the artists who shaped its visual culture. (World Art History Certificate elective, 1 credit) Friday, February 7, 2020 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.