Exploring Rome: History and Culture of the Eternal City credit:

3 Hours

Examines Rome and its roles (religious, political, cultural) in Italian culture from ancient times to the present day. Through history, film, literature, painting and architecture, we will explore the Rome through its various historical and political developments and the effects the city has had on wider Italian and global perception of the "Eternal City". All readings and class meetings are in English. This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for: Humanities - Lit & Arts Cultural Studies - Western