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2025 Spring > UGRD > CLSICS > CLSICS 125G

The Myth of the Hero

Course #: CLSICS 125G

Description:
This course examines the image of the hero in ancient Greek literature, focusing particularly on epics and tragedies that present single heroes or heroines who must undertake a journey or confront enemies. In addition to assessing various constructions of the hero, the class will consider larger questions prompted by the struggles Greek heroes faced, with themes including fate, death, failure, suffering, community values, honor, betrayal, redemption, and self-discovery.
Pre Requisites:
Degree students only, with fewer than 30 credits when they entered UMass Boston.Students may complete only one 100G course (First Year Seminar).

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 8897 W|MWF
9:00 - 9:50 am|10:00 - 10:50 am
TBD Wheatley W01-0044
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 4/4
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Degree students only, with fewer than 30 credits when they entered UMass Boston.Students may complete only one 100G course (First Year Seminar).
Course Attributes: Non-degree exclude from list, First Year Seminar, Stay On Track
02 10524 MWF|W
12:00 - 12:50 pm|1:00 - 1:50 pm
TBD McCormack M01-0418
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 4/4
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Degree students only, with fewer than 30 credits when they entered UMass Boston.Students may complete only one 100G course (First Year Seminar).
Course Attributes: Non-degree exclude from list, First Year Seminar, Stay On Track