Good afternoon,

Please share the following course information with any students who might be interested. The only prerequisite is completion of WRC 1013 & WRC 1023, so this would be a great upper division free elective for any students needing one. More detailed information about the course can be found in the attached PowerPoint. Thank you!  

CLA 3513 Early Christianity & the Fall of the Roman Empire

Where did Christianity come from? Who were the early Christians anyway? And why did the rise of Christianity coincide with the fall of Rome?

This course introduces students to early Christianity and the fall of the Roman Empire. Through examination of ancient texts, images, and objects, we will discuss themes such as martyrdom, politics, and heresy, as well as critical historical questions, such as why Christianity—among all ancient Mediterraneans—became so powerful. This course is an opportunity to learn about the roots of a major world religion, and to reflect on how its origins shape its role in present-day culture.

Kind regards,

Miranda Swain, M.A.

Academic Advisor II

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Arts and Humanities Advising Center

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