Classical Studies Minor

What is Classical Studies, and why study it?

The study of the literature, languages, history, art, philosophy and political thought of the Greeks and Romans develops the mind by requiring students to engage critically with such timeless topics as beauty and esthetics, the ideal relationship of the citizen and the state, the roles of men and women in society, freedom and slavery, the nature of war and peace, the purpose of literature, and the role of religion in public and private life. It is not surprising, therefore, that the Classics have long been considered the ideal foundation of education for the informed citizen in any profession.

Program of Study for the Minor in Classical Studies:

1. Students are required to complete a total of 15 credit hours (5 courses) to be drawn from at least three different departments. At least 9 credits (3 courses) must be taken at the 3000-level and above. Courses are to be selected from the approved lists of courses in the Classical World and the Classical Tradition and its reception after Antiquity (see below), with the caveat that additional courses may qualify for the Minor, subject to the discretion of the Minor committee. Per USG rules, courses taken to satisfy Core areas A-E may not be counted as coursework in the Minor.
2. Students are strongly recommended to take Introduction to Classical Studies, a new XIDS 2100  course, to be taught for the first time in Fall 2012.

Have questions or would like to declare a Minor in Classical Studies?

Contact Dr. Nadya Williams (nwilliam@westga.edu or 678-839-5370)