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Classical Reception Studies: the Ancient Greco-Roman world in posterity (380-0-1)

Topic

Acient Rome in Chicago

Instructors

Francesca Tataranni
847/491-8029
Kresge Hall 4363

Meeting Info

University Library 3622: Mon 3:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

Ancient Rome is visible in Chicago—walk the city and learn to "read" the streets, buildings, and monuments that showcase Chicago's engagement with the classical past! You'll gain digital mapping and video editing skills as you collaborate on a virtual walking tour mapping Chicago's ongoing dialogue with antiquity. With a combination of experiential learning and rigorous research methodologies, you'll explore architecture, history, visual arts, and urban topography in this quintessential modern American city.

Class Materials (Required)

NA

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Distro Area
Interdisciplinary Distro-rules apply
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area

Associated Classes

LAB - Kresge Cent. Hall 2-530 MADS: Wed 3:00PM - 4:20PM