| program Type | Department | School |
| Undergraduate Minor | Modern Languages & Classics | School of Liberal Arts |
Did you know that over half of all English words and more than 90% of science and technology terms have Latin roots? A Latin minor helps you build critical reading, analytical, research, and communication skills-all valuable in careers like law, education, museum studies, and library science.
Why Choose a Latin Minor?
- Strengthen your language skills by understanding the roots of English and many modern languages.
- Analyze classical texts that have shaped literature, philosophy, and history.
- Enhance your career prospects in fields that value precision and analytical thinking.
- Travel abroad to places like Italy, Greece, Turkey, France, and the Netherlands to see the ancient world firsthand.
Courses:
- Elementary & Intermediate Latin – Develop proficiency in the language.
- Latin Literature in Translation – Explore classical works and their lasting influence.
- Classical Roots of English – See how Latin has shaped the English language.
- Roots of Medical Terminology – Gain insight into the Latin foundation of medical and scientific terms.