You may refer to this page for the required writing assignments, which will be posted here as they are given. A paper copy of all assignments will be distributed in class at the appropriate time. Also, look below the writing assignments for examples of successful writing from this year's class.

First writing assignment

Second writing assignment

Third writing assignment

Here are three links to successful papers from the first writing assignment:

First paper, on the Homeric Hymn to Demeter

Second paper, on the categories active and passive in Sappho's poetry

Third paper, on the "feminine voice" in Sappho's poetry

Fourth paper, taking a different view of the "feminine voice" in Sappho's poetry

Also, the graudate assistant, Chris Rachael Oseland will be holding a writing workshop in our regular classroom (Hale 230) on Wednesday, November 11, from 4:00 to 4:50. 

Important Note: Did you know that you can receive help with your writing from the University Writing Program's Writing Laboratory? Follow this link for details.

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