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Courses

Classical Studies Courses

For classical studies courses, no previous knowledge of Latin or Greek is assumed.

CL 110 — Classical Literature in Translation, 1.0 credit. E2.
Critical reading and discussion of representative works in the major genres that have come to us from classical antiquity. Attention is paid to the classical world’s legacy to modern literature and literary criticism.

CL 120 — Classical Mythology in Art and Literature, 1.0 credit. E.
A study of the major myths and legends of Greece and Rome, with special emphasis on the divinities and heroes; attention is also paid to the influence of these myths on later art and literature.

CL 130 — Classical Archaeology, 1.0 credit. E2.
After studying the methodology and theoretical framework of archaeology, students are introduced to classical archaeology, the branch of archaeology that studies the ancient Greeks and Romans and the cultures that came into contact with them. Includes a survey of the important sites and artifacts beginning with Neolithic Greece and Italy and ending with the Roman Empire under Constantine.

CL 250 — Pre-May Seminar, 1.0 credit. D.
A preparation for the department’s May Seminar Abroad to the Mediterranean. The contributions of the Hellenic and Roman civilization to our modern understanding of the world are emphasized through a study of philosophy, mythology and history.  

CL 300 — May Seminar, 1.0 credit. MS.
Prerequisite: CL 130 — Classical Archaeology or CL 250 — Pre-May Seminar

CL 380 — Special Topics, 0.5 to 1.0 credit. D.
Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department or program chair for more information.

CL 399 — Classical Background of Scientific Terminology, 0.5 credit. E.
Study of English technical and scientific terms that are derived from Greek and Latin sources: roots, prefixes, suffixes, word formation and analysis. Especially helpful in medical, biological and related fields.

CL 480 — Independent Study, 0.25 to 1.0 credit. D.
This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth research of a particular topic under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department or program chair for more information.

Greek Courses

GRK 211 — Beginning Greek I, 1.0 credit. E1.
Development of the knowledge of forms and syntax needed to read easier classical authors and the New Testament.

GRK 212 — Beginning Greek II, 1.0 credit. E2.
Development of the knowledge of forms and syntax needed to read easier classical authors and the New Testament.
Prerequisite: GRK 211 — Beginning Greek I

GRK 321 — Greek Prose, 1.0 credit. E1.
Readings of selections from the historians, orators or Plato, with attention to Greek culture and literature.
Prerequisite: GRK 212 — Beginning Greek II or equivalent

GRK 322 — Introduction to Greek New Testament, 1.0 credit. E2.
A study of the development of New Testament Greek, with readings in Mark and an introduction to textual criticism.
Prerequisite: GRK 212 — Beginning Greek II or equivalent.
GRK 321 — Greek Prose is strongly recommended

GRK 343 — Greek New Testament and Patristics, 1.0 credit. E2.
Reading of material from the New Testament or from the Greek fathers.
Prerequisite: GRK 322 — Introduction to Greek New Testament or consent of instructor

GRK 361 — Readings in Classical Greek, 1.0 credit. E1.
Reading selections according to the interests and needs of the students. Typical authors have been Homer (epic), Sophocles (tragedy), Aristophanes and Menander (comedy), Lysias (oratory), and Thucydides and Herodotus (history).
Prerequisite: GRK 321 — Greek Prose or consent of instructor

GRK 380 — Special Topics, 0.5 to 1.0 credit. D.
Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department or program chair for more information.

GRK 480 — Independent Study, 0.25 to 1.0 credit. E.
This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth research of a particular topic under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department or program chair for more information.

Latin Courses

LAT 111 — Fundamentals of Latin I, 1.0 credit. E1.
Elementary work in Latin syntax forms and vocabulary with easy readings. For those who have had no previous study of Latin. Designed to lead into LAT 112 — Fundamentals of Latin II

LAT 112 — Fundamentals of Latin II, 1.0 credit. E2.
Selected readings from Latin authors to introduce students to aspects of Roman life and culture and their relation to contemporary problems and experiences.
Prerequisite: LAT 111 — Fundamentals of Latin I or equivalent

LAT 223 — Latin Prose, 1.0 credit. E1.
Selections from representative Latin prose authors with attention paid to Roman life and culture of the classical period. The course provides a thorough review of the fundamentals of Latin grammar.
Prerequisite: LAT 112 — Fundamentals of Latin II or equivalent

LAT 224 — Vergil, 1.0 credit. E2.
A study of Vergil’s “Aeneid” within its social, political and historical context, and with an eye to its importance as world literature.
Prerequisite: LAT 223 — Latin Prose or consent of instructor

LAT 301 — Latin Language and Composition, 1.0 credit. T1 (2008-2009).
A study of the development of the Latin language. A detailed examination of Latin grammar and extensive practice in Latin composition.
Prerequisite: LAT 112 — Fundamentals of Latin II or consent of instructor

LAT 304 — Cicero, 1.0 credit. T1 (2007-2008).
A representative selection of the orations, letters and philosophy of this master of Latin prose, with attention to his role in the late Republic.
Prerequisite: LAT 223 — Latin Prose or consent of instructor

LAT 312 — Roman Historians, 1.0 credit. T2 (2008-2009).
Selections from among Sallust, Caesar, Livy, Tacitus and Suetonius and a consideration of the historical problems they present.
Prerequisite: LAT 223 — Latin Prose or consent of instructor

LAT 380 — Special Topics, 0.5 to 1.0 credit. D.
Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department or program chair for more information.

LAT 421 — Roman Drama, 1.0 credit. T2 (2007-2008).
The Roman stage and its Greek predecessors, with selections from the comedies of Plautus and Terence and the tragedies of Seneca.
Prerequisite: LAT 223 — Latin Prose or consent of instructor

LAT 423 — Roman Poetry, 1.0 credit. T1 (2007-2008).
A study of various Roman poets, including selections from the works of Catullus, Horace, Ovid, Vergil and Martial. Attention is paid to meter and form.
Prerequisite: LAT 223 — Latin Prose or consent of instructor

LAT 442 — Readings in Latin, 1.0 credit. T2 (2008-2009).
A study of authors from the Middle Ages and/or Renaissance.
Prerequisite: LAT 223 — Latin Prose or consent of instructor

LAT 480 — Independent Study, 0.25 to 1.0 credit. E.
This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth research of a particular topic under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department or program chair for more information.

Culture-Related Courses

ART 155 — History in Art I: Origins to the Early Renaissance, 1.0 credit. E1.
ART 364 — Greek and Roman Art, 1.0 credit. E4.
CL 110 — Classical Literature in Translation, 1.0 credit. E2.
CL 120 — Classical Mythology in Art and Literature, 1.0 credit. E.
CL 130  — Classical Archaeology, 1.0 credit. E2.
CL 250 — Pre-May Seminar, 1.0 credit. D.
CL 300 — May Seminar, 1.0 credit. MS.
COM 317 — Rhetorical Theory and Criticism, 1.0 credit. A1 (2008-2009).
CRDO 130 — Ancient Greek Philosophy and Religion, 1.0 credit. E1.
HIST 301 — Greece and the Ancient Near East, 1.0 credit. E1.
HIST 302 — Rome and the Medieval Transition, 1.0 credit. E2.
PHIL 210 — Ancient Philosophy, 1.0 credit. E1. D.
P SC 411 — Political Philosophy, 1.0 credit. E.
REL 334 — Monotheisms: Jewish, Christian and Muslim, 1.0 credit. E1 or E2.

Other courses, including Credo courses and international study, may also qualify with approval of the classical studies department.