Classics (CLASS)Arts and Sciences

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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

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CLASS 1331
Elementary Sanskrit I

An introduction to the essentials of Sanskrit grammar. Designed to enable the student to read classical and epic Sanskrit as soon as possible. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SANSK 1131

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  6913 CLASS 1331   SEM 101

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    • MTRF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Clary, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 1450
Ancient Egyptian I: Introduction to Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs

From ca. 2100 BC to the Roman era, hieroglyphs representing the Middle Egyptian language were inscribed on texts, objects and architecture. In this initial course students learn how the language was written ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: HIERO 1450

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8675 CLASS 1450   SEM 101

  •  
    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Miller, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 1531
FWS: Greek Myth

This course will focus on the stories about the gods and heroes of the Greeks as they appear in ancient literature and art. We will examine the relationship between myths and the cultural, religious, and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2340 CLASS 1531   SEM 101

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    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Murphy, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none

  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2341 CLASS 1531   SEM 102

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    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Riggs, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

CLASS 1702
Great Discoveries in Greek and Roman Archaeology

This introductory course surveys the archaeology of the ancient Greek and Roman world. Each week, we will explore a different archaeological discovery that transformed scholars' understanding of the ancient ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ARKEO 1702, NES 1602

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6781 CLASS 1702   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Barrett, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 1812
Classics and Comics

What can comics, video games, and other contemporary media tell us about the ancient world? In this course, we'll explore comics and graphic novels including Shanower's Age of Bronze, Frank Miller's 300, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6804 CLASS 1812   LEC 001

  •  
    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Roby, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 2000
Environment and Sustainability Colloquium

This colloquium presents students with diverse approaches at the art-science interface used to interest, educate and motivate people to consider, address and solve environmental and sustainability challenges. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •  3899 CLASS 2000   SEM 101

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    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Lehmann, J

      Platt, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: students planning to complete the Environment & Sustainability major. If you are interested in this course but unable to enroll, see https://tinyurl.com/escourserequest.

CLASS 2010
Discussions of Environment and Sustainability

This colloquium presents students with diverse approaches at the art-science interface used to interest, educate and motivate people to consider, address and solve environmental and sustainability challenges. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •  4040 CLASS 2010   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Lehmann, J

      Platt, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Application required. Deadline to apply TBD. See https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_43dIVd6b6SPTBRA to apply. Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  4041 CLASS 2010   DIS 201

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 2351
Intermediate Sanskrit I

Readings from simple Sanskrit poetry: the Mahabharata and the Ramayana. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SANSK 2251

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  6915 CLASS 2351   SEM 101

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    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 2603
Initiation to Greek Culture

In this course, we will read and discuss a wide range of ancient Greek literary and philosophical works as well as some modern critical and philosophical writings. We encourage active participation in ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6749 CLASS 2603   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 2604
Greek Mythology

The stories of Greek Mythology have ignited the imaginations of writers and artists from antiquity to the present day, from the tragedy of Achilles to the adventures of Percy Jackson. This course surveys ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6750 CLASS 2604   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Clary, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 2615
Introduction to Ancient Rome

Ancient Rome was a village the size of Ithaca that grew into a world empire. In this course students will be introduced to some of its literature, art, and famous personalities in the classical period ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SHUM 1615

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6779 CLASS 2615   LEC 001

  •  
    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Fontaine, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 2630
Drinking through the Ages: Intoxicating Beverages in Near Eastern and World History

This course examines the production and exchange of wine, beer, coffee and tea, and the social and ideological dynamics involved in their consumption. We start in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, and end ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ARKEO 2522, JWST 2522, NES 2522

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8725 CLASS 2630   LEC 001

  •  
    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Monroe, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 2661
Greek and Roman Philosophy

An introductory survey of ancient Greek philosophy from the so-called Presocratics (6th century BCE) through the Hellenistic period (1st century BCE) with special emphasis on the thought of Socrates, Plato, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PHIL 2200

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  9415 CLASS 2661   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Brennan, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  9416 CLASS 2661   DIS 201

  •  
    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  9417 CLASS 2661   DIS 202

  •  
    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  9418 CLASS 2661   DIS 203

  •  
    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 2675
Ancient Greek History

An introduction to the history of the Greek world from Minoan prehistory to the end of the Hellenistic period. This course emphasizes connections between the Greek world and the Ancient Near East. Topics ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: HIST 2650

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11990 CLASS 2675   LEC 001

  •  
    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Prussin, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 11991 CLASS 2675   DIS 201

  •  
    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 11992 CLASS 2675   DIS 202

  •  
    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 11993 CLASS 2675   DIS 203

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)

  • 11994 CLASS 2675   DIS 204

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 2750
Introduction to Humanities

These seminars offer an introduction to the humanities by exploring historical, cultural, social, and political themes. Students will explore themes in critical dialogue with a range of texts and media ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ARTH 2750, SHUM 2750, VISST 2750

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: The Art of Reading

  •  9656 CLASS 2750   SEM 102

  •  
    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Platt, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 3391
Independent Study in Sanskrit, Undergraduate Level

To be taken only in exceptional circumstances. Must be arranged by the student with his or her advisor and the faculty member who has agreed to direct the study. To be approved by the DUS. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6755 CLASS 3391   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    To apply: first discuss the Independent Study with the course supervisor, and then complete the online Independent Study form at https://data.arts.cornell.edu/as-stus/indep_study_intro.cfm.

    Department Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 3395
Advanced Sanskrit I

Selected readings in Sanskrit literary and philosophical texts. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SANSK 3301

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  7033 CLASS 3395   LEC 001

  •  
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • McCrea, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 3661
Hellenistic Philosophy

An examination of the doctrines of the Greek philosophers working in the three centuries after the death of Aristotle. Emphasis on Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Skepticism. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PHIL 3204

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6751 CLASS 3661   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Brennan, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 3686
Independent Study in Classical Civilization, Undergraduate Level

May be taken upon completion of one semester of work at the 3000-level. To be taken only in exceptional circumstances. Must be arranged by the student with their advisor and the faculty member who has ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6754 CLASS 3686   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    To apply: first discuss the Independent Study with the course supervisor, and then complete the online Independent Study form at https://data.arts.cornell.edu/as-stus/indep_study_intro.cfm.

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CLASS 3750
Introduction to Dendrochronology

Introduction and training in dendrochronology (tree-ring dating) and its applications in archaeology, art history, climate and environment through lab work and participation in ongoing research projects ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •  6723 CLASS 3750   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6724 CLASS 3750   LAB 401

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6725 CLASS 3750   LAB 402

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6726 CLASS 3750   LAB 403

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6727 CLASS 3750   LAB 404

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 4662
Topics in Ancient Philosophy

Advanced discussion of topics in ancient philosophy. Topics vary by instructors. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CLASS 7173, PHIL 4200, PHIL 6200

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Plato on Pleasure

  •  9441 CLASS 4662   SEM 101

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Kamtekar, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 4670
Archaeology of the Phoenicians

The Phoenicians have long been an enigma, a people defined by distant voices. Originating from present-day Lebanon, they were Semitic speakers, renowned seafarers and transmitters of an innovative alphabet ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •  8714 CLASS 4670   SEM 101

  •  
    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Monroe, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 4721
Honors: Senior Essay I

No description available. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Multi-Term

  •  6762 CLASS 4721   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Multi-Term

  •  6763 CLASS 4721   IND 602

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Multi-Term

  •  6764 CLASS 4721   IND 603

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Multi-Term

  •  6765 CLASS 4721   IND 604

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Multi-Term

  •  6766 CLASS 4721   IND 605

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Multi-Term

  •  6767 CLASS 4721   IND 606

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 4757
The Archaeology of Houses and Households

This advanced seminar focuses on the archaeological study of houses, households, families, and communities. How is the study of domestic life transforming our understanding of ancient societies? How can ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ANTHR 4257, ARKEO 4257, NES 4757

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  6796 CLASS 4757   SEM 101

  •  
    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Barrett, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 6755
Archaeological Dendrochronology

An introduction to the field of Dendrochronology and associated topics with an emphasis on their applications in the field of archaeology and related heritage-buildings fields. Course aimed at graduate ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •  6772 CLASS 6755   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6773 CLASS 6755   LAB 401

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6774 CLASS 6755   LAB 402

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6775 CLASS 6755   LAB 403

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  6776 CLASS 6755   LAB 404

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Manning, S

      Oliver, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 7173
Topics in Ancient Philosophy

Advanced discussion of topics in ancient philosophy. Topics vary by instructors. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CLASS 4662, PHIL 4200, PHIL 6200

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Plato on Pleasure

  •  9459 CLASS 7173   SEM 101

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Kamtekar, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)

CLASS 7345
Graduate TA Training

Pedagogical instruction and course coordination. Requirement for all graduate student teachers of LATIN 1201-LATIN 1202 and first-year writing seminars. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  6757 CLASS 7345   LEC 001

  •  
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 7346
Classics Graduate Preparation Seminar

A course to prepare Classics graduate students for exams and for professionalization. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0 Credits Sat/Unsat

  •  6769 CLASS 7346   SEM 101

  •  
    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Kirk, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 7757
The Archaeology of Houses and Households

This advanced seminar focuses on the archaeological study of houses, households, families, and communities. How is the study of domestic life transforming our understanding of ancient societies? How can ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ANTHR 7257, ARKEO 7257, NES 7757

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  6800 CLASS 7757   SEM 101

  •  
    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Barrett, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CLASS 7960
Independent Study in Classical Studies

Independent course in topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses. Students select a topic in consultation with the faculty member who has agreed to supervise the course work. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6761 CLASS 7960   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Lambert, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Department Consent Required (Add)