Classical Studies

Major- Classical Studies
Minor- Greek, Latin

For Course Offerings and Program Requirements see The Hiram College Catalog.

   1. Which courses are for first year students who wish to explore new areas of interest, but have no clear intent to major in this area?

      Take one of the introductory courses in either Latin or Greek. Remember that by completing the 101-103 sequence you can fulfill one of the Humanities division requirements and also meet the foreign language requirement demanded by several departments. You may also try either the Greek or Roman history course.
   2. What is the desirable course work a prospective major/minor should complete by the end of their first year and the end of their second year?

      Majors: Completion of one of the languages by the end of the first year, including one course beyond the 103 level. Completion of at least two of the translation courses.

      Minors: Completion of the 101-103 sequence and at least two courses at the advanced level by the end of the second year.
   3. What is the minimum a prospective major/minor must do by the end of their first and second year?

      Majors: Completion of one language through the 103 level and one translation course.

      Minors: Completion of the 101-103 sequence.
   4. How important is it for a student with some interest in majoring in your area to make contact with a member of your department?

      It is imperative that a student majoring or minoring in the department make contact as soon as possible with Professor Sawyer. The department is small and the scheduling of courses is tight.
   5. What are the major pitfalls a student should avoid during their first year and how can an advisor help the student to avoid them?
         1. Not beginning one language in the first year.
         2. Expecting Greek and Latin to be offered every year.

      GREEK AND LATIN ARE OFFERED IN ALTERNATE YEARS

      NOTE: Remember that by taking the language placement test, you may well place out of one of the two languages required for the major.