Exploring Death and Dying in the Humanities

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This course examines portrayals of death and dying through literature, philosophy and the arts. Students will examine works from specific historical periods such as ancient Greece, early Christianity, and the Renaissance. Students will evaluate works from both in and outside of the artistic and literary canons as a means of understanding the diverse spectrum of human expression. Prerequisite: ENG 102. Instructional Support Fee applies. Three lecture hours per week.Gen. Ed. Competencies Met: Multicultural and Social Perspectives.