Craft and Interaction in the Near East and Aegean during the Bronze and Iron Ages
Th 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Anderson, Emily S.K.; Feldman, Marian
Gilman 177
Spring 2024
This graduate seminar investigates the intersection of crafting and cultural interaction among the regions of the Aegean, eastern Mediterranean and Near East from 3000-500 BCE (Bronze and Iron Ages).
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Craft and Interaction in the Near East and Aegean during the Bronze and Iron Ages AS.010.680 (01)
This graduate seminar investigates the intersection of crafting and cultural interaction among the regions of the Aegean, eastern Mediterranean and Near East from 3000-500 BCE (Bronze and Iron Ages).
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Instructor: Anderson, Emily S.K.; Feldman, Marian
Room: Gilman 177
Status: Open
Seats Available: 4/12
PosTag(s): HART-ANC
AS.131.601 (01)
Seminar Near Eastern History: Late Period Egypt
T 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
A three-year history cycle required of all graduate students and forming the core of our graduate program. One year each will be devoted to Egyptian history, Mesopotamian history, and Syro-Palestinian history.
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Seminar Near Eastern History: Late Period Egypt AS.131.601 (01)
A three-year history cycle required of all graduate students and forming the core of our graduate program. One year each will be devoted to Egyptian history, Mesopotamian history, and Syro-Palestinian history.
Days/Times: T 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 13/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.635 (01)
Seminar: Near East Archaeology
W 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Schwartz, Glenn M
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
Topic varies but can include the archaeology of Mesopotamia, Syria, or Palestine, or thematic discussions (e.g., on ideology, state collapse, etc.). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Seminar: Near East Archaeology AS.131.635 (01)
Topic varies but can include the archaeology of Mesopotamia, Syria, or Palestine, or thematic discussions (e.g., on ideology, state collapse, etc.). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: W 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Schwartz, Glenn M
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/15
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (02)
Readings and Research
Mandell, Alice H
Spring 2024
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Readings and Research AS.131.801 (02)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Mandell, Alice H
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (03)
Readings and Research
Lewis, Ted
Spring 2024
×
Readings and Research AS.131.801 (03)
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Instructor: Lewis, Ted
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (04)
Readings and Research
Delnero, Paul
Spring 2024
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Readings and Research AS.131.801 (04)
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Instructor: Delnero, Paul
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (05)
Readings and Research
Lauinger, Jacob
Spring 2024
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Readings and Research AS.131.801 (05)
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Instructor: Lauinger, Jacob
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (06)
Readings and Research
Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Spring 2024
×
Readings and Research AS.131.801 (06)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (07)
Readings and Research
Jasnow, Richard
Spring 2024
×
Readings and Research AS.131.801 (07)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (08)
Readings and Research
Schwartz, Glenn M
Spring 2024
×
Readings and Research AS.131.801 (08)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Schwartz, Glenn M
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (09)
Readings and Research
Harrower, Michael James
Spring 2024
×
Readings and Research AS.131.801 (09)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Harrower, Michael James
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.801 (10)
Readings and Research
Feldman, Marian
Spring 2024
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Readings and Research AS.131.801 (10)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Feldman, Marian
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (01)
Dissertation Research
Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Spring 2024
×
Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (01)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 9/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (02)
Dissertation Research
Schwartz, Glenn M
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (02)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Schwartz, Glenn M
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 9/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (04)
Dissertation Research
Delnero, Paul
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (04)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Delnero, Paul
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 7/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (05)
Dissertation Research
Lauinger, Jacob
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (05)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Lauinger, Jacob
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 8/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (06)
Dissertation Research
Lewis, Ted
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (06)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Lewis, Ted
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (07)
Dissertation Research
Jasnow, Richard
Spring 2024
×
Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (07)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (08)
Dissertation Research
Harrower, Michael James
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (08)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Harrower, Michael James
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 8/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (09)
Dissertation Research
Mandell, Alice H
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (09)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Mandell, Alice H
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.849 (10)
Dissertation Research
Feldman, Marian
Spring 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.849 (10)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Feldman, Marian
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 9/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.701 (01)
Elementary Sumerian II
M 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Delnero, Paul
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
In this course, students will continue to learn the fundamental aspects of Sumerian grammar and lexicography needed to read Sumerian texts. To review and develop the basics of the languages that were learned in the first semester of this course, intermediate texts like the Cylinders of Gudea and Inana's Descent to the Netherworld will be studied. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Elementary Sumerian II AS.132.701 (01)
In this course, students will continue to learn the fundamental aspects of Sumerian grammar and lexicography needed to read Sumerian texts. To review and develop the basics of the languages that were learned in the first semester of this course, intermediate texts like the Cylinders of Gudea and Inana's Descent to the Netherworld will be studied. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: M 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Instructor: Delnero, Paul
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 6/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.711 (01)
Advanced Sumerian
M 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Delnero, Paul
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
In this course a selection of Sumerian texts from different periods and genres will be read and discussed from a linguistic, philological, historical, and literary perspective. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Advanced Sumerian AS.132.711 (01)
In this course a selection of Sumerian texts from different periods and genres will be read and discussed from a linguistic, philological, historical, and literary perspective. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: M 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Delnero, Paul
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 7/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.801 (01)
Mesopotamian Seminar
Delnero, Paul; Harrower, Michael James; Schwartz, Glenn M
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
Research and discussion on topics of current interest.
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Mesopotamian Seminar AS.132.801 (01)
Research and discussion on topics of current interest.
Days/Times:
Instructor: Delnero, Paul; Harrower, Michael James; Schwartz, Glenn M
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 18/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.611 (01)
Middle Egyptian Texts
Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
In this course we read a variety of Middle Egyptian hieroglyphic compositions and documents. Knowledge of Middle Egyptian Required.
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Middle Egyptian Texts AS.133.611 (01)
In this course we read a variety of Middle Egyptian hieroglyphic compositions and documents. Knowledge of Middle Egyptian Required.
Days/Times: Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 11/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.647 (01)
Demotic Texts
F 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
Continuation of the study of Demotic as introduced in AS.133.646. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Demotic Texts AS.133.647 (01)
Continuation of the study of Demotic as introduced in AS.133.646. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: F 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 11/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.649 (01)
Advanced Coptic
T 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
In this class we will read Coptic texts of various genres.
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Advanced Coptic AS.133.649 (01)
In this class we will read Coptic texts of various genres.
Days/Times: T 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 11/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.134.624 (01)
The History of Hebrew
W 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Mandell, Alice H
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
This course offers an introduction to the history of the Hebrew language , with a focus on its linguistic development and also its changing sociolinguistic contexts.
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The History of Hebrew AS.134.624 (01)
This course offers an introduction to the history of the Hebrew language , with a focus on its linguistic development and also its changing sociolinguistic contexts.
Days/Times: W 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Instructor: Mandell, Alice H
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 7/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.134.721 (01)
Advanced Ugaritic
Th 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Lewis, Ted
Gilman 130G
Spring 2024
A continuation of AS.134.720 with emphasis on the mythological and ritual texts from Ugarit. A digital epigraphy lab will also form part of the course. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Advanced Ugaritic AS.134.721 (01)
A continuation of AS.134.720 with emphasis on the mythological and ritual texts from Ugarit. A digital epigraphy lab will also form part of the course. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: Th 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Instructor: Lewis, Ted
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 7/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.360.605 (01)
Introduction to Computational Methods for the Humanities
TTh 1:30PM - 2:45PM
Lippincott, Tom; Sirin Ryan, Hale
Gilman 55
Spring 2024
This course introduces basic computational techniques in the context of empirical humanistic scholarship. Topics covered include the command-line, basic Python programming, and experimental design. While illustrative examples are drawn from humanistic domains, the primary focus is on methods: those with specific domains in mind should be aware that such applied research is welcome and exciting, but will largely be their responsibility beyond the confines of the course. Students will come away with tangible understanding of how to cast simple humanistic questions as empirical hypotheses, ground and test these hypotheses computationally, and justify the choices made while doing so. No previous programming experience is required.
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Introduction to Computational Methods for the Humanities AS.360.605 (01)
This course introduces basic computational techniques in the context of empirical humanistic scholarship. Topics covered include the command-line, basic Python programming, and experimental design. While illustrative examples are drawn from humanistic domains, the primary focus is on methods: those with specific domains in mind should be aware that such applied research is welcome and exciting, but will largely be their responsibility beyond the confines of the course. Students will come away with tangible understanding of how to cast simple humanistic questions as empirical hypotheses, ground and test these hypotheses computationally, and justify the choices made while doing so. No previous programming experience is required.
Days/Times: TTh 1:30PM - 2:45PM
Instructor: Lippincott, Tom; Sirin Ryan, Hale
Room: Gilman 55
Status: Open
Seats Available: 19/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.360.606 (01)
Computational Intelligence for the Humanities
TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Backer, Samuel Ehrlich; Messner, Craig A
Gilman 195
Spring 2024
This course introduces substantial machine learning methods of particular relevance to humanistic scholarship. Areas covered include standard models for classification, regression, and topic modeling, before turning to the array of open-source pretrained deep neural models, and the common mechanisms for employing them. Students are expected to have a level of programming experience equivalent to that gained from AS.360.304, Gateway Computing, AS.250.205, or Harvard’s CS50 for Python. Students will come away with an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different machine learning models, the ability to discuss them in relation to human intelligence and to make informed decisions of when and how to employ them, and an array of related technical knowledge.
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Computational Intelligence for the Humanities AS.360.606 (01)
This course introduces substantial machine learning methods of particular relevance to humanistic scholarship. Areas covered include standard models for classification, regression, and topic modeling, before turning to the array of open-source pretrained deep neural models, and the common mechanisms for employing them. Students are expected to have a level of programming experience equivalent to that gained from AS.360.304, Gateway Computing, AS.250.205, or Harvard’s CS50 for Python. Students will come away with an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different machine learning models, the ability to discuss them in relation to human intelligence and to make informed decisions of when and how to employ them, and an array of related technical knowledge.
Days/Times: TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Backer, Samuel Ehrlich; Messner, Craig A
Room: Gilman 195
Status: Open
Seats Available: 9/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.634 (01)
Seminar: Near Eastern Archaeology
W 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Schwartz, Glenn M
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
Topic varies but can include the archaeology of Mesopotamia, Syria, or Palestine, or thematic discussions (e.g., on ideology, state collapse, etc.). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Seminar: Near Eastern Archaeology AS.131.634 (01)
Topic varies but can include the archaeology of Mesopotamia, Syria, or Palestine, or thematic discussions (e.g., on ideology, state collapse, etc.). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: W 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Schwartz, Glenn M
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 12/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.654 (01)
Advanced Archaeological Method and Theory
TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Harrower, Michael James
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
Climate change, population growth, war - what questions do archaeologists ask about the ancient past, how do they collect relevant evidence, and how do they arrive at satisfying answers to their questions? This course will review major theoretical currents in archaeology including evolutionary, cultural-historical, processual and post-processual approaches and discuss the future of archaeology as a scientific and humanistic discipline. Basic techniques for analyzing major categories of artifacts such as lithics, ceramics, archaeobotanical, and zooarchaeological materials will also be introduced.
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Advanced Archaeological Method and Theory AS.131.654 (01)
Climate change, population growth, war - what questions do archaeologists ask about the ancient past, how do they collect relevant evidence, and how do they arrive at satisfying answers to their questions? This course will review major theoretical currents in archaeology including evolutionary, cultural-historical, processual and post-processual approaches and discuss the future of archaeology as a scientific and humanistic discipline. Basic techniques for analyzing major categories of artifacts such as lithics, ceramics, archaeobotanical, and zooarchaeological materials will also be introduced.
Days/Times: TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Harrower, Michael James
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 7/7
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (02)
Readings & Research
Lewis, Ted
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (02)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Lewis, Ted
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (03)
Readings & Research
Lauinger, Jacob
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (03)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Lauinger, Jacob
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (04)
Readings & Research
Schwartz, Glenn M
Fall 2024
×
Readings & Research AS.131.800 (04)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Schwartz, Glenn M
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (05)
Readings & Research
Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (05)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (06)
Readings & Research
Delnero, Paul
Fall 2024
×
Readings & Research AS.131.800 (06)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Delnero, Paul
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (07)
Readings & Research
Jasnow, Richard
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (07)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (08)
Readings & Research
Harrower, Michael James
Fall 2024
×
Readings & Research AS.131.800 (08)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Harrower, Michael James
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (09)
Readings & Research
Feldman, Marian
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (09)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Feldman, Marian
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (10)
Readings & Research
Mandell, Alice H
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (10)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Mandell, Alice H
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.800 (11)
Readings & Research
Arnette, Marie-Lys
Fall 2024
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Readings & Research AS.131.800 (11)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Arnette, Marie-Lys
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (01)
Dissertation Research
Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (01)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Bryan, Betsy Morrell
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (02)
Dissertation Research
Schwartz, Glenn M
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (02)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Schwartz, Glenn M
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (04)
Dissertation Research
Delnero, Paul
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (04)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Delnero, Paul
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (05)
Dissertation Research
Lauinger, Jacob
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (05)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Lauinger, Jacob
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (06)
Dissertation Research
Lewis, Ted
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (06)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Lewis, Ted
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (07)
Dissertation Research
Jasnow, Richard
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (07)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (08)
Dissertation Research
Harrower, Michael James
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (08)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Harrower, Michael James
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (09)
Dissertation Research
Mandell, Alice H
Fall 2024
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Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (09)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Mandell, Alice H
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.131.848 (10)
Dissertation Research
Feldman, Marian
Fall 2024
×
Dissertation Research AS.131.848 (10)
Days/Times:
Instructor: Feldman, Marian
Room:
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.600 (01)
Elementary Akkadian
M 3:00PM - 5:30PM
Qi, Grace
MSE Library D1
Fall 2024
An introduction to the paleography, grammar and lexicon of the Akkadian language, and the reading of simpler texts in that language.
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Elementary Akkadian AS.132.600 (01)
An introduction to the paleography, grammar and lexicon of the Akkadian language, and the reading of simpler texts in that language.
Days/Times: M 3:00PM - 5:30PM
Instructor: Qi, Grace
Room: MSE Library D1
Status: Open
Seats Available: 6/6
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.612 (01)
Advanced Akkadian
F 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Lauinger, Jacob
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
Students read texts in the original Akkadian cuneiform with attention to their philological, archaeological, historical, and literary features. The seminar topic varies from semester to semester but usually consists either of texts of various genres from a single period (e.g., Neo-Assyrian) or texts of various period from a single genre (e.g., letters). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Advanced Akkadian AS.132.612 (01)
Students read texts in the original Akkadian cuneiform with attention to their philological, archaeological, historical, and literary features. The seminar topic varies from semester to semester but usually consists either of texts of various genres from a single period (e.g., Neo-Assyrian) or texts of various period from a single genre (e.g., letters). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: F 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Instructor: Lauinger, Jacob
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 12/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.710 (01)
Advanced Sumerian
F 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Russell, Ishbel Sophie
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
We will read Letter Collection B and related materials in the original cuneiform. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Advanced Sumerian AS.132.710 (01)
We will read Letter Collection B and related materials in the original cuneiform. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: F 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Russell, Ishbel Sophie
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 7/7
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.132.800 (01)
Mesopotamian Seminar
Harrower, Michael James; Lauinger, Jacob; Schwartz, Glenn M
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
Research and discussion on topics of current interest.
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Mesopotamian Seminar AS.132.800 (01)
Research and discussion on topics of current interest.
Days/Times:
Instructor: Harrower, Michael James; Lauinger, Jacob; Schwartz, Glenn M
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.600 (01)
Introduction To Middle Egyptian
TTh 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Wilkinson, Alison Michelle
MSE Library Eisenberg
Fall 2024
Introduction to the grammar and writing system of the classical language of the Egyptian Middle Kingdom (ca. 2135-2000 B.C.). In the second semester, literary texts and royal inscriptions will be read.
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Introduction To Middle Egyptian AS.133.600 (01)
Introduction to the grammar and writing system of the classical language of the Egyptian Middle Kingdom (ca. 2135-2000 B.C.). In the second semester, literary texts and royal inscriptions will be read.
Days/Times: TTh 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Instructor: Wilkinson, Alison Michelle
Room: MSE Library Eisenberg
Status: Open
Seats Available: 4/4
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.610 (01)
Middle Egyptian Texts
Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
In this course we read a variety of Middle Egyptian hieroglyphic compositions and documents. Knowledge of Middle Egyptian Required.
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Middle Egyptian Texts AS.133.610 (01)
In this course we read a variety of Middle Egyptian hieroglyphic compositions and documents. Knowledge of Middle Egyptian Required.
Days/Times: Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 12/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.618 (01)
Egyptian Art and Material Culture I: The Origin
MW 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Arnette, Marie-Lys
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
This course is devoted to the Art and material culture of ancient Egypt, from the 5th millennium BCE to the Roman period. It is designed as a three-year cycle, with one semester per year. The aim of the course is to provide students with a solid knowledge base in Egyptian visual and material culture, effective methods of description and analysis, and a command of bibliography and research tools. This year, the course will focus on the origins of Art. First, we will look at the materials that are the source of all human production; then, the course will be devoted to the periods of formation of Egyptian Art, from the Predynastic Period to the end of the Old Kingdom. Each week will consist of two complementary sessions: first, a lecture given by the professor or a visiting scholar; second, class dedicated to discussion and exchanges based on one or more articles related to the previous class.
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Egyptian Art and Material Culture I: The Origin AS.133.618 (01)
This course is devoted to the Art and material culture of ancient Egypt, from the 5th millennium BCE to the Roman period. It is designed as a three-year cycle, with one semester per year. The aim of the course is to provide students with a solid knowledge base in Egyptian visual and material culture, effective methods of description and analysis, and a command of bibliography and research tools. This year, the course will focus on the origins of Art. First, we will look at the materials that are the source of all human production; then, the course will be devoted to the periods of formation of Egyptian Art, from the Predynastic Period to the end of the Old Kingdom. Each week will consist of two complementary sessions: first, a lecture given by the professor or a visiting scholar; second, class dedicated to discussion and exchanges based on one or more articles related to the previous class.
Days/Times: MW 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Arnette, Marie-Lys
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 15/15
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.640 (01)
Late Egyptian
M 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
An introduction to the stage of Ancient Egyptian language associated with the New Kingdom (ca. 1569-1081 BCE). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Late Egyptian AS.133.640 (01)
An introduction to the stage of Ancient Egyptian language associated with the New Kingdom (ca. 1569-1081 BCE). In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: M 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.133.646 (01)
Demotic Texts
T 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Jasnow, Richard
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
An introduction both to the stage of Ancient Egyptian language from ca. 750 BCE-400 CE and the cursive script associated with this stage. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
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Demotic Texts AS.133.646 (01)
An introduction both to the stage of Ancient Egyptian language from ca. 750 BCE-400 CE and the cursive script associated with this stage. In addition to seminar times, students are expected to complete online discussions, supplemental readings and assignments, and attend several guest lecture events.
Days/Times: T 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Instructor: Jasnow, Richard
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 10/10
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.134.606 (01)
Kings, Prophets, and Scribes: The Creation of "Israel" in the Deuteronomistic History
W 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Mandell, Alice H
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
This class will introduce students to “The Deuteronomistic History,” which comprises the biblical books of Deuteronomy, Joshua, 1-2 Samuel and 1-2 Kings. The narrative arc of this “history” spans the giving of the law to Moses to the rise and fall of the monarchies of Israel and Judah, respectively in the Neo-Assyrian and Neo-Babylonian periods. During this course we will examine the reasons why biblical scholars have argued in varying ways that this body of text represents the work of a group of ideologically driven scribes, the Deuteronomists; we will also investigate the primary texts themselves for evidence for divergent views about the need for a king in Israel and the role and fate of the royal house of David. We will also explore the relationship between the books of the former prophets (Joshua>2 Kings) and Deuteronomy, which is a book that concludes the Pentateuch. This course requires students to engage with the biblical text in the original Hebrew language at an advanced level. We will also engage with biblical scholarship regarding the scope, purpose, and nature of a cohesive Deuteronomistic History, as well as with dissenting voices that probe the unity of these biblical books.
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Kings, Prophets, and Scribes: The Creation of "Israel" in the Deuteronomistic History AS.134.606 (01)
This class will introduce students to “The Deuteronomistic History,” which comprises the biblical books of Deuteronomy, Joshua, 1-2 Samuel and 1-2 Kings. The narrative arc of this “history” spans the giving of the law to Moses to the rise and fall of the monarchies of Israel and Judah, respectively in the Neo-Assyrian and Neo-Babylonian periods. During this course we will examine the reasons why biblical scholars have argued in varying ways that this body of text represents the work of a group of ideologically driven scribes, the Deuteronomists; we will also investigate the primary texts themselves for evidence for divergent views about the need for a king in Israel and the role and fate of the royal house of David. We will also explore the relationship between the books of the former prophets (Joshua>2 Kings) and Deuteronomy, which is a book that concludes the Pentateuch. This course requires students to engage with the biblical text in the original Hebrew language at an advanced level. We will also engage with biblical scholarship regarding the scope, purpose, and nature of a cohesive Deuteronomistic History, as well as with dissenting voices that probe the unity of these biblical books.
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Instructor: Mandell, Alice H
Room: Gilman 130G
Status: Open
Seats Available: 12/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.134.660 (01)
History of Ancient Syria/Palestine
F 2:00PM - 4:30PM
Mandell, Alice H
Gilman 130G
Fall 2024
A survey of the history of Ancient Syria and Canaan, including Ancient Israel.
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History of Ancient Syria/Palestine AS.134.660 (01)
A survey of the history of Ancient Syria and Canaan, including Ancient Israel.