Summer 2026
Study of the major developments, achievements, and contradictions in Greek culture from the Bronze Age to the 4th century BCE.
Session A: May 26-July 2
Investigation of the main achievements and tensions in Roman culture from Romulus to the High Empire.
Session D: July 6-August 14
The society, culture, values and outlook on life of the ancient Greeks as expressed in their mythology; their views on life, birth, marriage, death, sex and sexuality; on culture and civilization, the origin and meaning of the world.
Session D: July 6-August 14
Many of the medical and scientific terms we use are derived from ancient Greek and Latin. Learning ancient Greek and Latin word elements will enable you to discover etymological techniques for deciphering new and unknown terms. The ancient Hippocratic Oath and other texts by ancient medical writers on topics such as neurological disorders and women’s health will be read to learn about how ancient physicians were trained and what it was like to be a patient. This class will provide you with semantic skills in preparation for or advanced work in the medical and biological sciences and has traditionally enhanced students’ performance in taking standardized examinations utilizing medical vocabulary. No knowledge of Greek or Latin is required.
Designed for anyone who wishes to acquire reading knowledge of ancient Greek; replaces 2+ semesters of traditional study. Lectures, discussions, drills and tutorial sessions on grammar and vocabulary; readings in prose and poetry (e.g., Homer, Plato, Greek Tragedy, the Gospels).
Session B- June 8-August 14
Designed for anyone who wishes to acquire reading knowledge of Latin; replaces 2+ semesters of traditional study. Lectures, discussions, drills and tutorial sessions on grammar and vocabulary; readings in Latin prose and poetry (e.g., Cicero and Ovid).
Session B: June 8 - August 14