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General Information

2003 Classics majors

The Department of Classics is part of the McMicken College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Cincinnati. Students may major or minor in Classics or Classical Civilization.

Among the unique features of the Department of Classics are the faculty, the John Miller Burnam Classical Library, the large number of graduate students and the generous patronage of the Semple Classics Fund.

The Department of Classics at the University of Cincinnati has received significant support from generous patrons. The Semple Classics Fund, a bequest of Louise Taft Semple, was established "for promoting the study of Classics in an endeavor to make vital and constructive in the civilization of our country the spiritual, intellectual, and esthetic inheritance we have received from Greek and Roman civilizations." The ample resources of the fund make it possible to continue the diverse activities of the department. Among these are the Semple Scholarships and the Semple Traveling Scholarship, which support undergraduate education in the classics at the University of Cincinnati or for a period of study abroad.

Historically, the Department of Classics has held an international reputation as a leader in the field of Bronze Age archaeology. It is particularly known for its excavations at Troy and Pylos under the direction of Carl Blegen. This tradition of excellence in archaeology continues today with current field projects in the Mediterranean.

Admission

All students seeking admission for purposes of earning an undergraduate degree should file a formal application through the Office of Admissions, 33A University Pavilion. Additional information about the admissions process may be obtained from the Office of Admissions.

Students not enrolling for a degree but wishing to take courses offered by the College of Arts and Sciences (non-matriculated students) need not apply through the Office of Admissions. A permit to register may be secured from the Continuing Education Unit, 2612 French Hall.

The Department of Classics has the following minimum requirements for admission to our majors in the sophomore year or later:

Classics Major. Latin 104-105-106 or Latin 221-212-213 or any higher numbered Latin course, OR Greek 101-102-103 or any higher numbered Greek course; good standing in the college (2.0 gpa).

Classics Civilization Major. Good standing in the college (2.0 gpa).

Requirements for Majors and Minors

Classics Major. The major in Classics consists of 54 credit hours of courses in Latin and Greek. Latin courses below the 300 level do not count toward the major. Majors are also required to take the Introduction to Classical Studies (1 hour credit) in the fall of their senior year and a 3-hour course of independent study in their senior year as a capstone experience. These courses are part of the General Education requirements.

Classical Civilization Major. The major in Classical Civilization consists of 54 credit hours of courses in Latin, Greek, or Classical Civilization. The student must take at least 18 hours at the 300 level or above, 9 hours of which must consist of courses in Latin or Greek. Medical Terminology 238 and evening courses do not count toward the major. Majors are also required to take Introduction to Classical Studies (1 hour credit) in the fall of their senior year and a 3-hour course of independent study in their senior year as a capstone experience. These courses are part of the General Education requirements.

Classics Minor. The minor in Classics consists of 30 credit hours in Latin and/or Greek. Latin courses below the 300 level do not count.

Classical Civilization Minor. The minor in Classical Civilization consists of 30 credit hours in Latin, Greek, or Classical Civilization. The student must include at least 3 hours of Latin or Greek at the 300 level or above and at least 3 hours from each of the following sequences: Ancient History 101-102-103, Classical Civilization 110-111-112, or Art and Archaeology 221-222-223. Medical Terminology 238 and evening courses do not count toward the minor.

Students who major or minor in the Department of Classics are asked to keep a portfolio of examinations and papers completed in Classics courses. The Director of Undergraduate Studies will discuss the portfolio with each student during the annual review.

In order to graduate, the student must also earn at least 180 credits, complete the distribution requirements and the general education requirements of the McMicken College of Arts and Sciences, and be in good academic standing.

The undergraduate advisor for 2007-2008 is Kathleen Lynch.