Gender and Sexuality in the Classical World
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Course Information
Subject code
HIST
Subject Code Description
History
Course Number
3170
Course Title
Gender and Sexuality in the Classical World
Catalog Subject and Course Number
HIST 3170
Catalog Title
Gender and Sexuality in the Classical World
Course Description (Combined)
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in any WC&IL II course or HON 1000.
This course explores the construction of gender identity in the Greco-Roman world. Through readings of poetry, drama, history, legal and scientific texts, ancient novels, and more, the student will examine how definitions of masculinity and femininity shaped ancient society. Artistic and archaeological evidence will also be considered.
Credit: 3