Latin

Open doors to all language

A Latin minor is perfect for students who want to read great authors like Cicero, Julius Caesar and Virgil in the original Latin. Gain a deeper understanding of the language and develop a fuller context for the literature and culture of the classical period. Latin is the root of many romance languages and will help you in your study of many other languages. It is also helpful for the technical vocabularies needed in medicine and law.

Featured Courses

Here is a sampling of a few courses that might pique your interest.

GRCV 2030 Roman Civilization
Trace the 1,000-year rise of Rome as it became the undisputed master of the Mediterranean world. Examine major historical periods, authors, genres and artistic works to understand their impact and legacy in the modern world.
BIOL 2400 Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology introduces students to the ancient Greek and Latin roots of modern medical terms as well as the science and profession of ancient medicine.

Degree Options

Discover your degrees, minors, concentrations and certification options available for this field of study.

Pathways

Our curriculum emphasizes problem solving and critical thinking skills essential to any career (and therefore any Pathway), as well as scientific writing and experimentation skills that may be especially critical to students interested in any of our six Pathways tracks.

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