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Course Description

This summer, the XXXIII Modern Olympiad will take place in Paris. But what are the ancient origins of these Modern Olympic Games? Sports festivals in ancient Greece were celebrated as major religious rituals to gods such as Zeus, Poseidon, Athena, and Apollo. Sports, in fact, pervaded Greek culture, and played an active role in competitive Greek society. This course will examine both the mythical and archaeological origins of the ancient Olympic Games, as well as the events (track and field, horseracing, etc.) and other activities that made up the festival celebration. We will also examine the archaeology of the sanctuary of Zeus at Olympia, including the Temple of Zeus, which housed his cult statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
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Section Title
THE ANCIENT OLYMPIC GAMES: SPORTS AND SOCIETY INANCIENT GREECE (IN-PERSON)
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time (Eastern Time Zone)
1:00PM to 2:30PM
Dates
Jul 10, 2024 to Jul 31, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
6.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $90.00
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 03, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 03, 2024
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