Citizens and Subjects of Rome: Empire, Slavery, and Law

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This upper-level course focuses on the people of the Roman empire, its citizens, subjects, and neighbors. Focusing on different groups (e.g., the lower classes of Rome, the Greek speaking colonies in Italy, foreigners serving in the army, provincials, enslaved individuals, women), this course surveys how Rome, through its laws, restricted access to citizenship and full participation in government. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or GE foundation writing and info literacy course, and Jr or Sr standing; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for Classics 3224. Cross-listed in Classics.