HU 1110 - Humanities I: World Thought I

Credits: 3

This sophomore-level course explores significant developments in the ancient and middle periods (from the start of human history through the end of the fifteenth century) through engagement with important primary texts and their contextualization within history, geography, and civilizations. The first of two such core humanities courses, this is intended to provide students with an intellectual vocabulary; exposure to various worldviews and religions; ethical thought; and mythology through literature and drama, philosophical, and religious writings. Emphasis is placed on honing scholarly research skills and further development of critical-thinking skills. Through course readings and research-based writing, students gain broad exposure to the development of thought in Asia, Asia Minor, the Mediterranean world, and Europe.

Prerequisites: EN 1110 - Composition I