Italy interim
January 2010
Italy: Ancient & Medieval
with Profs. Ken Bratt (classics) and Young Kim (history)
The primary academic objective of this trip is to gain an understanding of the classical context in which western Christianity developed and flourished. Participants visit many sites in Italy, with special emphasis on the urban centers of classical, medieval, and Renaissance culture.
On-site lectures address topics in Roman and early Christian history, religion, literature, art, and architecture. The itinerary includes Rome 
and its environs, Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Sorrento, Amalfi, Palestrina, Perugia, Assisi, Ravenna, Bologna, Florence, Tivoli, and Ostia.
Participants write a take-home test on background readings (available in October), prepare an oral report for delivery at an assigned site, keep a detailed journal, and write a comprehensive essay on one of the major topics covered by the course.
This course may fulfill an elective in the Classics major and minor. Optional CCE credit is available for those who meet additional requirements. Course dates: January 5-23.
