BA.CLAS1 - Classics
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Dan Davis (program director)
Explore the vibrant heart of the ancient Greco-Roman world—its languages, literature, history, archaeology, and culture. Here, Greek and Latin open the door to the very foundations of European literature, civilization, and the evolution of modern languages themselves. Dive into the timeless masterpieces that still resonate today: the epic poetry of Homer and Sappho, the gripping histories of Thucydides, the profound ideas of Plato, the majestic verses of Virgil, and the transformative writings of St. Augustine—just a glimpse of the literary giants who continue to shape how we think and feel at a deep level. From law and poetry to art and religion, the influence of Greek and Roman civilization pulses through every corner of modern life, offering fresh perspectives on the world around us.
At Luther, students may earn a minor in classical studies.
A background in classics is outstanding preparation for a wide range of dynamic careers—including education, business, computer science, music, foreign languages, museum studies, theology, law, and medicine. Many of our students go on to pursue graduate work in history, political science, classics, or archaeology, carrying the enduring wisdom of antiquity into tomorrow’s exciting fields.
A classical studies minor can combine the study of the Greek and Latin languages, along with thematic courses in classical civilization.
Required for a classical studies minor: Two foundation courses that cover both Greek and Roman history/culture (see lists below), plus three electives chosen from Classical Studies, ART 251, CLAS 360, HIST 241, 242, MUS 244, and PHIL 200. Other non-language courses may apply with the permission of the department head. Students may also apply GRK 101, GRK 102, LAT 101, and/or LAT 102 to the minor for a maximum of two electives.
Greek History/Culture
CLAS 240: Classical Mythology
CLAS 250: Ancient World: Greece
CLAS 270: Archaeology of Ancient Greece
CLAS 299: Study Abroad Classics (Greece)
Roman History/Culture
CLAS 275: Archaeology of Ancient Rome
CLAS 299: Study Abroad Classics (Italy)
CLAS 330: Pompeii: Life and Death in a Roman City
HIST 139: Study Abroad History (Rome and Istanbul)
HIST 241: Rome: Republic and Empire