LAT 3010 Lives and Legends of Ancient Rome

Building upon previous experience of Latin through the intermediate level, this course invites students deeper into the rich literary traditions of Roman poetry and prose, and develops their ability to creatively analyze, critique, and contextualize Latin literature. Encountering anew the lives and legends of the Roman world, students will hone their ability to not only read Latin more proficiently, but engage with Roman literature on an artistic, expressive, and narrative level. Through ancient authors’ own words, guided by individual projects and study of secondary scholarship, students will encounter the vibrant world of antiquity through a literary and linguistic lens, and gain a richer understanding of the stories that both reflected and shaped an ancient civilization.

Credits

4 sh

Prerequisite

LAT 2020, placement at this level, or with permission of instructor.

Course Types

Core Curriculum - Civilization Core Curriculum - Advanced Studies in the Arts and Sciences Classical Studies Major, Ancient Civilizations track - 20 semester hours must be at the 3000/4000-level Classical Studies Major, Ancient Languages track - 20 semester hours must be at the 3000/4000-level Classical Studies Minor, Ancient Civilizations track - 8 semester hours must be at the 3000/4000-level Classical Studies Minor, Ancient Languages track - 8 semester hours must be at the 3000/4000-level

Offered

• Fall
• Spring

1. I. Reading and writing. Students will develop advanced proficiency in reading and composing original Latin using contextually appropriate grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.
2. II. Communication skills. Students will recognize and employ grammatical structures and vocabulary, rooted in Latin, that will improve their oral and written communication in English and other languages.
3. III. Analysis. Students will analyze the literary and artistic features of specific Latin authors and genres, and link those insights to broader historical and cultural interpretation.
4. IV. Intercultural competency. Students will deepen their understanding of ancient Roman culture and society, and be able to draw nuanced comparisons between the Roman world and the contemporary US.