Latin

Department of Modern & Classical Languages

Latin Language, Literature, and Culture

Welcome to the Latin Section of UW's Department of Modern & Classical Languages.  As a department of foreign languages, literatures, and cultural studies, we prepare our students for life and careers in an increasingly global world. Our program in Latin provides students an understanding of classical Latin language, literature, and philosophy, which form the basis of Western belief systems, social norms, and ethical values.

Minor requirements:

• LATN 3110 Virgil, the Aeneid I (3)

• LATN 3140 Caesar (2)

• LATN 4120 Catullus and the Elegiac Poets (3)

• LATN 4130 Cicero (3)

• Electives -- 7 hours chosen from Latin at the 3000-level or above

  Total Credit Hours -- 18

Faculty & Staff

Courses

NEW: Synchronic Web Conferencing Latin Courses Available

The Latin program at the University of Wyoming will offer synchronic web conferencing sections for 3rd semester (LATN 2030 Second Year Latin) and upper-division Latin author courses.  Several publicity materials that contain "Apply Now" hyperlinks to UW Admissions are linked below. The Zoom web conferencing platform permits students in any time zone to enter the classroom and interact with students on the Laramie campus.  Distance education students need a quiet, distraction-free space with internet access and a computer with a microphone; UW provides the Zoom account link. Those interested in reading Latin for personal or professional reasons are most welcome to enroll. Welcome are all students who meet the University of Wyoming's admission policies. A safe and inclusive learning environment is provided for all students.