Course Description:
This course is a one-semester, introductory class designed to study the Greek mythologies. It provides a close examination of myths, why cultures create them, and how a mythology reflects the culture of the people. The class concerns itself with the Greek god structures, stories, and ideas expressed in these mythologies. Common motifs and themes that serve as building blocks to the chronological study of literature are referenced, and allusions are studied. The course provides students the opportunity to not only broaden their Greek cultural knowledge, but also gives them insight and understanding of our own cultural attitudes and values today.