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Academic Year 2005/2006

Ancient Greek Sanctuaries
CCIV 290 FA

Sanctuaries are among the most conspicuous archaeological remains of ancient Greece. Through an investigation of selected buildings and sites students will learn about the development of sanctuary planning and practice from inchoate forms to the complex programs of the Classical period. While a variety of sites will be introduced, particular emphasis will be given to Delphi and Olympia, as examples of major international sanctuaries; Samos and Poseidonia, as urban sanctuaries in different parts of the Greek world; and the Athenian acropolis. Important themes and issues will be addressed, including locations and their meanings, the defining features of sanctuaries, the relationship between structure and ritual, political as well as religious functions, transformations over times, and the activities and experiences of the individual.

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EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA CLAS    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Meyer,Martina E   

Times: .M.W... 02:40PM-04:00PM;     Location: SCIE109;

Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 40)

SR. major: 3   Jr. major: 2

SR. non-major: 5   Jr. non-major: 13   SO: 12   FR: 5

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Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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