Classical Studies
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Program TypeMinor
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SchoolSchool of Arts & Sciences
Discover the harmony of classical ideals in the contemporary world.
What You'll Learn
Our students learn to appreciate the enduring appeal of classical art forms, explore and analyze classical — poetic, philosophical, and rhetorical — texts, and develop intermediate knowledge of a classical language. Our graduates critically understand the classical world’s contribution to the development of Western intellectual and cultural traditions.
- Understand the Roots of the Liberal Arts
Develop in the areas of language, communications, and fine arts by participating in the tradition of the trivium — the basis for a liberal arts education.
- Strengthen Your Language Skills
Your study of a classical language will refine your mental precision, enhance your capacity for abstract thought, and improve your ability to communicate effectively.
- Develop Your Aesthetic Sensibility
Immersing yourself in the foundational art forms of Western culture will inform your understanding of modern culture.
- Engage in Community Activities
Join in university-wide extracurriculars like The Odyssey marathon reading to explore classical literature and foster community connections.
Program Information
Please visit our catalog for admission requirements and a full list of our courses.
Featured Faculty
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Kathleen Kirsch, PhD
Assistant Professor of Classics and Catholic Studies, Director of the Summer Latin Institute
A Minnesota native and the oldest of five, my education and formation inspired in me a love of truth and a desire to learn. As an educator, I strive to pass on those gifts. In addition to my scholarship and teaching, I love to sing, hike, bake, discover new cuisines, and live up to my vocation to be the glory of God as a (wo)man fully alive (cf. St. Irenaeus). In my travels, I’ve visited or lived in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Poland, and Spain.