Classical Studies, B.A.

John Gruber-Miller (chair)

This interdisciplinary major is based on the study of language, literature, and civilization and allows for a creative and flexible program that will touch all aspects of the ancient world–its art, history, religion, philosophy, literature, society, and culture.

Requirements

A minimum of nine course credits, which include:

Minimum of 4 courses designated as “language” courses (one of which must be either GRE or LAT 205), selected from:

GRE 101 Beginning Ancient Greek I	LAT 101 Beginning Latin I
GRE 102 Beginning Ancient Greek II	LAT 102 Beginning Latin II
GRE 103 Beginning Ancient Greek III	LAT 103 Beginning Latin III
GRE 205 Introduction to Greek Literature and Culture	LAT 205 Introduction to Latin Literature and Culture
GRE 327 The Greek Hero	LAT 312 The Age of Cicero
GRE 334 Ancient Greek Politics, Society, and Culture	LAT 313 The Age of Augustus
GRE 291 Intermediate Tutorial	LAT 291 Intermediate Tutorial
GRE 391 Advanced Tutorial	LAT 391 Advanced Tutorial

One Course Credit in Greek and Roman literature in English translation selected from:

One Course Credit in Greek and Roman history and culture selected from:

Two additional Course Credits selected from:

Greek (GRE) or Latin (LAT) language courses
Courses in Greek or Roman literature, history, or culture listed above

One Course Credit in a Capstone Seminar:

CLA 485 - Advanced Classical Studies (1) or a department-approved substitution

Teaching Certification:

Students who are interested in pursuing K-12 certification to teach Latin should seek admission to the Teacher Education Program. See the Education department section for application and certification information.

Note:

With the permission of the major advisor, relevant courses from other departments may be counted toward the major.