Academics
The Classics Department at Saint Michael's offers courses in Greek and Latin for students who wish to read the literature written in those languages. It also offers courses in Greek and Roman culture and civilization, as well as literature in translation. A number of these can be used to help fulfill various liberal arts requirements at Saint Michael's.
A major is offered in Latin for students who plan to do graduate work in Classical or Romance languages or in ancient and medieval history. It also serves those who wish to teach Latin in the secondary schools or are interested in the cultural value of the Classics. The program seeks: to develop students' ability to read and translate at sight representative works of Latin authors; to teach skill and style in Latin composition, conversation and prosody; and to develop an understanding of the lasting contribution of Greco-Roman civilization in our own culture.
A major is offered in Classical Civilization for those who desire to explore the culture of classical antiquity. In addition to presenting courses in drama, epic, etymology, and ancient history, the major invites students to cross disciplines into other departments, where they may consider the influence of ancient Greece and Rome in philosophy, religion, fine arts and the humanities. There is also a Classical Civilization minor.
The Department has enjoyed a long-term affiliation with the Rome Center, sponsored by Loyola University of Chicago. Students have both taken courses at the Center and utilized fantastic opportunities to travel to classical sites within the city of Rome.
To contact the Department of Classics:
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Department of Classics Fax: 802.654.2664 |
Department Chair: Ronald Begley rbegley@smcvt.edu 802.654.2313 Administrative Assistant: |
View a complete list of faculty in the Department of Classics.
James Conley
Associate Professor of Classics
Andrew Gilbert '11
Eliza Giroux '11
Saint Michael's receives gift of 4,000 classics books valued at $207,000