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  • Academic Learning Compact - Classical Studies

    The Bachelor of Arts in classical studies, with specializations in classical civilization, ancient language, or teacher certification is designed to provide a strong foundation in the liberal arts through study of the language, literature, monuments, and history of ancient Greece and Rome. Students majoring in classical studies will develop linguistic, critical thinking and writing skills while gaining knowledge of classical civilization. They will also explore the connection between the ancient and modern worlds and discover the contribution of classical culture to western civilization.

    Additional information is available from your major's website.

    Before Graduating You Must

    • Successfully complete a department capstone course for majors.
    • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

    Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

    1. Linguistic competency (complete the beginning language sequence in ancient Greek or Latin with a grade of C or better based on vocabulary and conjugation/declension exams) in either Latin or ancient or modern Greek (i.e., knowledge of vocabulary, morphology and syntax).
    2. Knowledge of the socio-historical context of ancient Greece and Rome and their relationship to the modern world. (complete a paper or oral presentation in the capstone course, graded according to department rubric with a grade of C or better.)
    3. Ability to read, analyze and interpret Greek and/or Latin literature in the original or in translation. (complete a literary analysis or oral presentation in the capstone course, graded according to department rubric with a grade of C or better.)
    4. Ability to translate passages of ancient Greek and/or Latin (complete the beginning language sequence in ancient Greek or Latin with a grade of C or better based on vocabulary and conjugation/declension exams.)
    Courses Content Critical Thinking Communication
    SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4
    Greek
    GRW 2250 X X X X
    GRW 3102 X X X X
    GRW 3300 X X X X
    GRW 3303 X X X X
    GRW 3501 X X X X
    Latin
    LNW 2630/
    LNW 2660
    X X X X
    LNW 3220 X X X X
    LNW 3310 X X X X
    LNW 3320 X X X X
    LNW 3360 X X X X
    LNW 3380 X X X X
    LNW 3490 X X X X
    LNW 3644 X X X X
    LNW 3660 X X X X
    LNW 3930 X X X X
    Modern Greek
    GRK 1130 X X X X
    GRK 1131 X X X X
    GRK 2200 X X X X
    GRK 2201 X X X X
    GRK 4300 X X X X
    Civilization
    CLA 2100   X X  
    CLA 2120   X X  
    CLA 3114   X X  
    CLA 3151   X X  
    CLA 3161   X X  
    CLA 3500   X X  
    CLA 3501   X X  
    CLA 3504   X X  
    CLA 3700   X X  
    CLA 3791   X X  
    CLA 3793   X X  
    CLA 3930   X X  
    CLA 4173   X X  
    CLA 4880   X X  
    CLT 3041   X X  
    CLT 3102   X X  
    CLT 3291   X X  
    CLT 3340   X X  
    CLT 3370   X X  
    CLT 3371   X X  
    CLT 3510   X X  
    CLT 4374   X X  
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