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Undergraduate Catalog 2012-2013


Classical Mythology

Classics (CLAS)
2407 Marie Mount Hall, 301-405-2013
www.classics.umd.edu

This minor will introduce students to classical mythology, its uses within ancient Greek and Roman culture, and its subsequent influence on art and literature. The minor requires 15 credits.

Required courses:
CLAS 170 Greek and Roman Mythology             3                                          
CLAS 470 Approaches to Greek Myth                 3
                                                
In addition, the student must choose three courses from the following list, two of which must be at the 300 or 400 level. All courses listed are 3 credit.
CLAS 270 Greek Literature in Translation                                              
CLAS 271 Roman Literature in Translation                                        
CLAS 320 Women in Classical Antiquity                                               
CLAS 330 Ancient Greek Religion: Gods, Myths, Temples           
CLAS 331 Ancient Roman Religion: From Jupiter to Jesus              
CLAS 370 Classical Myths in America                                       
CLAS 374 Greek Tragedy in Translation                                        
CLAS 419 The Classical Tradition 

No course grade below the grade of C- may count toward the minor. An overall GPA of 2.0 in the minor is required for graduation.                                                     

You are strongly encouraged to make an appointment with the undergraduate director in Classics.To make an appointment or to explore or declare a minor, go to www.arhu.umd.edu/undergraduate/academics/minors .

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