CLASSICS
The study of the languages and cultures of ancient Greece and Rome is valuable for those seeking a broad education in the liberal arts or preparing for graduate study in one of the many fields of Classical, Medieval, or Renaissance scholarship. It is also excellent preparation for the advanced study of law and medicine; it is increasingly admired in the business world. Within the general requirements of the major, the Department of the Classics offers individual programs designed to meet the needs and interests of each student. Close interaction between faculty and students, individual attention, tutorial instruction, opportunity for study abroad in Greece and Italy, and the unmatched resources of the Classics Library and the collections of ancient art and other objects from classical antiquity in the museums on campus provide unique advantages for the pursuit of classical studies.
The department sponsors minors in Classical Archaeology, Classical Civilization, Greek, Latin and a Teacher Education Minor in Latin.
MAJOR IN SCIENCES AND LETTERS CURRICULUM
Degree title: Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minimum required major and supporting course work normally equates to 42-48 hours.
General education: The LAS General Education requirements (see page 130) are set up so that students automatically complete the Campus General Education requirements. The exceptions to this are the Campus Composition II and the Western Cultures requirements which must also be completed.
Minimum hours required for graduation: 120 hours
Departmental distinction: Students seeking departmental distinction must have at least a 3.5 average in relevant courses and should consult a member of the department's honors committee at the earliest opportunity.
Students in Classics must choose one of the following options. Each option requires an additional 12 hours of approved supporting course work which may be drawn from a wide range of fields and disciplines. Students must plan their programs in consultation with a departmental adviser.
Classical Archaeology Option
HOURS
REQUIREMENTS 30
Classical Civilization courses of which at least 20 hours must be chosen from the following list: 12
Supporting courses selected with the approval of the adviser
Classical Civilization Option
HOURS REQUIREMENTS 30 Classical Civilization courses at the level of 114 and above 12 Supporting courses selected with the approval of the adviser
Classics Option
HOURS
REQUIREMENTS 36
Greek and Latin courses1 6 additional hours at the 300 level in each language 12
Supporting courses selected with the approval of the adviser
1. Only 4 hours at the 100-level may be counted.Greek OptionGreek Option
Greek Option
HOURS
REQUIREMENTS 24
Greek courses (excluding GRK 101), including GRK 311 and 9 additional hours at the 300 level 6
Select from the following: 12
Supporting courses selected with the approval of the adviser
1. CLCIV 390 and 391 apply only when offered on Greek topics.
Latin Option
HOURS
REQUIREMENTS 24
Latin courses (excluding LAT 101, 102, and 105), including LAT 311 and 9 additional hours at the 300 level 6
Select from the following: CLCIV 116-The Roman Achievement CLCIV 132 -Introduction to Classical Archaeology: Rome and Italy CLCIV 218-Roman Art CLCIV 318-Etruscan and Italic Art CLCIV 344-The Archaeology of Italy CLCIV 390-Topics in Classical Literature1 CLCIV 391-Topics in Classical Archaeology and Civilization1 12
Supporting courses selected with the approval of the adviser 1. CLCIV 390 and 391 apply only when offered on Latin/Roman topics.
For All Options:Twelve hours advanced level (300 or approved 200) courses in the major must be taken on this campus.
All foreign language requirements must be satisfied.
A Major Plan of Study Form must be completed and submitted to the LAS Student Affairs Office before the end of the fifth semester (60-75 hours). Please see your adviser.
NOTE: Majors choosing the Classical Civilization and Classical Archaeology options are advised, but not required, to satisfy the college foreign language requirement with one of the classical languages.