Why Study Latin?
Why study the Latin language and the city of Rome rather than a modern language and a contemporary nation?
There has been no other language and no other city that has had so much influence on our own culture. Latin is helpful for students of history, English or philosophy, theology and medicine. This study will enlarge your English vocabulary, increase your knowledge of the world, and show you how another culture viewed reality. All students can benefit from studying the Latin language.
Latin is the “mother tongue” of the Romance languages-Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and French. Words directly from Latin are an essential part of the vocabulary of medicine, law, and English. Words derived from Latin dominate academia and other professions that develop a command of Latin, and trains students in linguistics giving them the power of deciphering other languages quickly. The study of Latin can help build a bridge between the rote learning of verbs and nouns, to a deeper understanding of the unconscious assumptions that underlie our language and culture.
Online Latin Courses
LATN 1003 - Elementary Latin I (3 Credits) - Introduces grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of Classical Latin, with an emphasis on preparing students to read Latin while improving English grammar and vocabulary skills. Typically Offered: Fall.
LATN 1004 - Beginning Latin II (3 Credits) - Completes the presentation of basic Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary. Introduces students to Latin literature through readings in select authors adapted to meet the needs of beginning students. Typically Offered: Spring.
LATN 2840 - Independent Study (1-3 Credits) - Department consent required. Repeatable. Max Credits: 12.
LATN 3000 - Medical Terminology (3 Credits) - The course enables students to understand medical terms by learning the Greek and Latin word elements that form these terms. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
LATN 3840 - Independent Study (1-3 Credits) - Department consent required. Repeatable. Max Credits: 12.
For More Information please contact:
Dr. Mary Deforest (Medical Latin)
Dr. Alan Sumler (All other Latin)
Department of Modern Languages, Plaza Building 118