Classical Studies Minor

Program Overview

This program offers a comprehensive exploration of classical antiquity through required courses in art, history, and philosophy. Students can choose a focus on Greek or Latin language or delve into classical culture and heritage through a variety of elective courses. The program provides a foundation for understanding the enduring influence of classical civilization on Western culture.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Required Courses (12 hours):
• ARTH 368 History of Classical Art (3 hrs)
• HIST 323 Greek History (3 hrs)
• HIST 324 Roman History (3 hrs)
• PHIL 330W Ancient Philosophy (3 hrs)
• Restricted Elective Courses (12 hours):
• Students choose one of the following groups:
• Group A (Greek Language):
• GREK 101 Beginning Ancient Greek I (3 hrs)
• GREK 102 Beginning Ancient Greek II (3 hrs)
• GREK 201 Intermediate Ancient Greek I (3 hrs)
• GREK 202 Intermediate Ancient Greek II (3 hrs)
• Group B (Latin Language):
• LATN 101 Beginning Latin I (3 hrs)
• LATN 102 Beginning Latin II (3 hrs)
• LATN 201 Intermediate Latin I (3 hrs)
• LATN 202 Intermediate Latin II (3 hrs)
• Group C (Classical Culture and Heritage):
• Students choose 12 hours from the following:
• CHL 351W World Mythology (3 hrs)
• CLAS 106 Rome and America (6 hrs)
• CLAS 181 The Legacy of Greece (3 hrs)
• CLAS 301 Classical Mythology (3 hrs)
• CLAS 321 Women and Gender in the Ancient World (3 hrs)
• HIST 202 Religions in Conflict and Dialogue: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam (3 hrs)
• HIST 321 Women and Gender in the Ancient World (3 hrs)
• HIST 327 Europe in Early Middle Ages 400-1050 (3 hrs)
• HIST 328 Europe in Late Middle Ages 1050-1400 (3 hrs)
• HIST 330 Europe in the Renaissance and Reformation (3 hrs)
• LING 205 English Words (3 hrs)