Cluster: World Mythology and Fairy Tales

CWL 132. World Mythology. An introduction to the study of mythology in a global context, with an emphasis on literary content and cultural perspectives.

CWL 366. Classical Stories, Modern Voices. Comparative readings of ancient literature in a global context, including analysis of classical literary genres and archetypes, their modern interpretations/rewritings, and their echoes in popular culture.

CWL 452. Selected Topics: Mythology. Interrelation of two or more mythologies, mythological themes or theories of mythology. Different areas of study of mythology each semester.

CWL 453. Fairy Tales. Study of fairy tale as a unique literary genre and art form. Class will apply contemporary theory to tales and identify psychological, religious, cultural, and alchemical patterns and symbols that manifest the realization of identity and illustrate creative processes.