Undergraduate Program

Spring Term Schedule

Spring 2027

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
ATHS 101-01 Introduction to Archaeology – MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM
How did we get here? And, how do we know what we know about the past? This course is a general introduction to archaeology, with emphases on the methods, theories, and ethical issues of archaeological research. To this end, this course will provide students with an overview of the various theoretical and methodological approaches that have been used to study artifacts and archaeological sites and make inferences about the past. In addition, we will focus on how archaeological finds are used to understand the history of human evolution, agriculture, urbanism, religion and complex societies in many areas of the world. Location (MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
ATHS 155-01 Art and Architecture of Ancient Egypt Rozenn Bailleul-LeSuer MW 6:15PM - 7:30PM
This course will introduce students to the art, architecture, and archeology of ancient Egypt, from the Predynastic Period until the country’s inclusion into the Roman Empire. This course will highlight the wide range of materials encountered in Egyptian archaeology—architectural remains in secular, sacred, and funerary contexts; material culture (pottery, stone and wooden artifacts, artistic creations); human and faunal remains; written documents; iconographic material—and will evaluate how they reflect the cultural, social, and political organization of each major period of Egyptian history. Special attention will be given to both Egypt’s interconnections with its neighbors—Nubians, Libyans, and inhabitants of Syria-Palestine—and the impact of religion on the artistic production. Material will be presented to the students in the form of lectures, student-led discussions on specific readings and topics, and guest lectures. Location (MW 6:15PM - 7:30PM)
ATHS 174-01 Visual Cultures in the Islamic World Nader Sayadi MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
This is an introductory course in Islamic art and architectural history. The course explores dynastic art and monumental architecture across vast lands between Spain and India and the seventh to the thirteenth centuries. One of the main goals of this course is to practice how to see things, make relevant questions to those things, and find possible answers. To accomplish this objective, this course situates significant works of visual, material culture, and built environment within the relevant historical and geographical contexts to which they belonged. Students are expected to both see the world of Islamic art from an interpretive perspective and gain general knowledge of cultural contexts outside of America and Europe. Location (MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
ATHS 204W-01 Building, Engineering & Society in Antiquity Elizabeth Colantoni TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
This course explores the relationship between building practices, engineering and technological advances, and social practices in ancient Greece & Rome. Topics include the social role of engineers and architects, the economy and workforce, and the social use of buildings and other constructions. We will examine the social, intellectual, economic, and political developments that shaped and were shaped by technological advances and engineering practices. You will learn to critically read ancient texts, analyze Greek and Roman structures and monuments, and use these forms of evidence to understand Classical history and society. The course develops research, writing, and public speaking skills. Location (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
ATHS 391-01 Independent Study – 7:00PM - 7:00PM
This course provides undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue in-depth, independent exploration of a topic not regularly offered in the curriculum, under the supervision of a faculty member in the form of independent study, practicum, internship or research. The objectives and content are determined in consultation between students and full-time members of the teaching faculty. Responsibilities and expectations vary by course and department. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
ATHS 393-01 Senior Thesis Stefanie Bautista 7:00PM - 7:00PM
Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed through the instructions for online independent study registration. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
ATHS 393-02 Senior Thesis Elizabeth Colantoni 7:00PM - 7:00PM
Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed through the instructions for online independent study registration. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
ATHS 395-01 Independent Research – 7:00PM - 7:00PM
This course provides undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue in-depth, independent exploration of a topic not regularly offered in the curriculum, under the supervision of a faculty member in the form of independent study, practicum, internship or research. The objectives and content are determined in consultation between students and full-time members of the teaching faculty. Responsibilities and expectations vary by course and department. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday and Wednesday
ATHS 174-01 Visual Cultures in the Islamic World Nader Sayadi
This is an introductory course in Islamic art and architectural history. The course explores dynastic art and monumental architecture across vast lands between Spain and India and the seventh to the thirteenth centuries. One of the main goals of this course is to practice how to see things, make relevant questions to those things, and find possible answers. To accomplish this objective, this course situates significant works of visual, material culture, and built environment within the relevant historical and geographical contexts to which they belonged. Students are expected to both see the world of Islamic art from an interpretive perspective and gain general knowledge of cultural contexts outside of America and Europe.
ATHS 101-01 Introduction to Archaeology –
How did we get here? And, how do we know what we know about the past? This course is a general introduction to archaeology, with emphases on the methods, theories, and ethical issues of archaeological research. To this end, this course will provide students with an overview of the various theoretical and methodological approaches that have been used to study artifacts and archaeological sites and make inferences about the past. In addition, we will focus on how archaeological finds are used to understand the history of human evolution, agriculture, urbanism, religion and complex societies in many areas of the world.
ATHS 155-01 Art and Architecture of Ancient Egypt Rozenn Bailleul-LeSuer
This course will introduce students to the art, architecture, and archeology of ancient Egypt, from the Predynastic Period until the country’s inclusion into the Roman Empire. This course will highlight the wide range of materials encountered in Egyptian archaeology—architectural remains in secular, sacred, and funerary contexts; material culture (pottery, stone and wooden artifacts, artistic creations); human and faunal remains; written documents; iconographic material—and will evaluate how they reflect the cultural, social, and political organization of each major period of Egyptian history. Special attention will be given to both Egypt’s interconnections with its neighbors—Nubians, Libyans, and inhabitants of Syria-Palestine—and the impact of religion on the artistic production. Material will be presented to the students in the form of lectures, student-led discussions on specific readings and topics, and guest lectures.
Tuesday and Thursday
ATHS 204W-01 Building, Engineering & Society in Antiquity Elizabeth Colantoni
This course explores the relationship between building practices, engineering and technological advances, and social practices in ancient Greece & Rome. Topics include the social role of engineers and architects, the economy and workforce, and the social use of buildings and other constructions. We will examine the social, intellectual, economic, and political developments that shaped and were shaped by technological advances and engineering practices. You will learn to critically read ancient texts, analyze Greek and Roman structures and monuments, and use these forms of evidence to understand Classical history and society. The course develops research, writing, and public speaking skills.