Classical Studies Minor The college of arts and sciences offers an interdisciplinary minor in Classical Studies. The minor provides students with a multifaceted understanding of the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome, as well as the Western foundations of modern intellectual traditions. Students complement core requirements with studies in the fine arts, literature, political science, history and civilization, philosophy and religion, and ancient languages. Requirements The Classical Studies Minor consists of 18 hours, of which 6 hours must be core courses. A "C" (2.00) or better average is required on courses counted toward the minor in Classical Studies.

Core Courses

ART 201: Ancient Through Medieval Period (3). A survey of art from ancient through medieval with an emphasis on major artistic developments in their cultural and historical context.

CLA 210 (ENG 210): Mythology (3). Prerequisite: ENG 102. The major mythological systems of Western society -- Greek, Roman and Norse. Mythology of other parts of the world and related material are also considered.

P&R 201: History of Western Philosophy I (3): A survey of Western Philosophical Thought in ancient and medieval times. Emphasis on the Greek origins of the philosophical tradition. Readings from the Pre-Socratics, Plato, Aristotle, Roman philosophy and such Christian thinkers and Augustine and Thomas Aquinas.

Electives

ART 201: Ancient Through Medieval Period (3). A survey of art from ancient through medieval with an emphasis on major artistic developments in their cultural and historical context. (Also a core course)

ART 301: Ancient Greek Art (3). Prerequisite: Art 201. A study of the art of the Aegean and Ancient Greece, from 3000 B.C. to the first century B.C. Emphasis on architecture, painting, and sculpture as related to ancient history and culture.

ART 302: Ancient Roman Art (3). Prerequisite: Art 201. A study of the art of Etruria and Rome from the sixth century B.C. to A.D. Emphasis on architecture, painting, and sculpture as related to ancient history and culture. (*pending University approval of this course for the Minor)

CLA 209 (ENG 209): Classical Literature in Translation: Topics (3). Prerequisite: ENG 102. Major authors of Greece and Rome. Emphasis on ancient literature in its social context and on classical themes in later literatures. May be repeated under a different subtitle.

CLA 210 (ENG 210): Mythology (3). Prerequisite: ENG 102. The major mythological systems of Western society -- Greek, Roman and Norse. Mythology of other parts of the world and related material are also considered. (Also a core course)

CLA 330: Women in Ancient Greece and Rome (3). Prerequisite: sophomore standing. Women in ancient Greece and Rome through documentary, artistic and literary sources. Women's economy and community, medical issues, slavery, religion, construction of gender roles, and images of heroines in literature and the arts.

CLA 345: Topics in Mythology (3). Prerequisite: Six hours of literature at the 200 level or above, or consent of instructor. The study of a selected theme in world mythologies. Content varies from semester to semester.  May be repeated once under a different subtitle.

CLA 491: Directed Individual Study (1-3). Prerequisite: Overall GPA of at least 2.00, junior or senior standing, and consent of instructor, department chair, and dean. Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. For further information, consult Directed Individual Studies section in the catalog.

ENG 209: See CLA 209

ENG 210: See CLA 210

HST 306: Ancient Greece and Rome (3): Prerequisite: HST 101-102 or consent of instructor. A study of the civilization of ancient Greece and Rome with special emphasis on the Greek classical period and the Pax Romana.

LAT 102: Introductory Latin II (3) Emphasis on the achievement of an active knowledge of the Latin language and reading ability in classical Latin. Intensive study of Latin grammar, aural/oral practice; reading from Latin authors, especially Ovid; discussions to introduce the students to the literature, culture and society of ancient Rome. LAT 201-202: Intermediate

LAT 201-202: Intermediate Latin I-II (3-3). Prerequisite: Latin 102 or equivalent. A review of the grammatical structure of the language. Emphasis on developing reading skills through readings from various Latin authors.

LAT 491: Directed Individual Study (1-3). Prerequisite: Overall GPA of at least 2.00, junior or senior standing, and consent of instructor, department chair, and dean. Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. For further information, consult Directed Individual Studies section in the catalog.

P&R 141: Research tools for Historical and Textual Criticism -- Greek (3). Basic study of the Greek language with special attention to that of the New Testament.

PAR 142: Intermediate Greek (3). Continued study of the Greek language with attention to texts from the Hellenistic world. (*pending University approval of this course for the Minor)

PAR 201: History of Western Philosophy I (3): A survey of Western philosophical thought in ancient and medieval times. Emphasis on the Greek origins of the philosophical tradition. Readings from the Pre-Socratics, Plato, Aristotle, Roman philosophy and such Christian thinkers and Augustine and Thomas Aquinas. (Also a core course)

PAR 302: Plato (3). Prerequisite: P&R 101 or 201. Study of the Dialogs of Plato. Analysis of texts; contemporary interpretations.

PAR 303: Aristotle (3). Prerequisite: P&R 101 or 201. An examination of Aristotle's philosophy through selected texts, supplemented with contemporary criticisms. Aristotle's criticisms of Plato; problems of interpretation.