Athens Greece: A Quest for Your Ithaca

Walk on the traces of the ancient gods and goddesses, of Socrates, Odysseus, Agamemnon, Helen of Troy; tread the paths of antiquity, Byzantium, and modern Greece. Embark on the journey to your own Ithaca in search of the roots of western civilization. Through field trips and the comparative and interdisciplinary study of literature, myth, language, history, art, politics, philosophy, and psychology, students will be able to resurrect three millennia of culture, myth, and history.

Living and studying facilities will be provided in Plaka, the heart of the old and the contemporary city, where students can enjoy its vibrant lifestyle, countless restaurants, cafes, shops, and cultural activities. A special reception for students will be held at the University Cultural Center with panoramic views of old Athens, located right under the Parthenon, and next to the Tower of the Winds and Roman Market.

Location: Athens, Greece

Dates: January 3, 2011 – January 25, 2011

Credits: 3 – Greek Studies 100