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Classical and Near Eastern Studies
cnes@umn.edu
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Latin
The Latin major allows you to read and appreciate a large range of literature written over a period of more than 1500 years. It is concerned with the language and literature of the Roman Republic and Empire and later Latin literature from the Middle Ages and Renaissance, as well as with Roman religion, history, archaeology and art. It also has connections with the study of Greek and other ancient languages and cultures, as well as with the majors in classical civilization and religious studies and minors such as medieval studies.
Regular course offerings include Latin prose authors, Vergil, Catullus and Ovid, later Latin, prose composition, the history of the Latin language and more.
A major in Latin is a good foundation for the study of classical antiquity, but also for many other sorts of study or work. Latin majors who intend to pursue graduate studies in classics are strongly advised to major in Greek as well.
Related Information
For more information or to declare a major or minor in Greek, Hebrew, or Latin contact:
Oliver Nicholson
Director of Undergraduate Studies
245 Nicholson Hall
612-625-5030
opn@umn.edu
Jesse Stroess
Prin Ofc and Admin Specialist
245 Nicholson Hall
612-625-5353
stroe032@umn.edu
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