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2008-09 Undergraduate Catalog

Academic Learning Compact

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Classical Studies
Description of the Major
The Bachelor of Arts in classical studies, with specializations in either 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 understand the connection between the ancient and modern worlds and 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.
  • Satisfy the Florida statutory requirements for CLAST.
  • 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 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

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