Classics and Ancient History

CLAS3933Sports and Recreation in Greece and Rome (A)3 ch (3C) [W]

An examination of sport and recreational activities among the ancient Greeks and Romans, the ancient values they reflect and their influence on modern sport in such matters as organization and policing of events, professionalism, athletes as celebrities, and 'blood' sports. Students cannot receive credit for both CLAS 2903 and CLAS 3933.