Spring Semester 2009
Tour Dates (tentative): May 11 - 20

        

Greece:  Athens and Crete

Greek Heroes and Heroines from Achilles to Zorba

Dr. Joshua Fisher

BU 201

Tuesday, 5:15-6:05 p.m.

 

Greece: the cradle of western civilization and the homeland of some of the greatest and most memorable heroes and heroines that have ever lived. In this course, we will explore Greek history, culture, and art through the eyes and voices of some of these heroes and heroines. We will read a variety of poetry and novels exploring notions of heroism both in terms of individual heroes and heroines and in terms of Greece itself as a kind of hero. Students will learn about Greek customs and traditions, language, food, music, and pastimes. The trip to Greece will be the exciting culmination of the course. Continuing our focus on Greek heroes past and present, we will have an opportunity to explore a number of ancient archeological sites and we will experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of a thoroughly modern culture.

 

Surcharge $700