Latin

If you want to major in Latin, Western Michigan University offers two options for you. The first is a language, literature and culture program leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of Arts and Sciences. The second is also a language, literature and culture program, but it leads to a teaching degree from the College of Education and Human Development.

Both options include a strong focus on Roman culture. Basic coursework covers fundamental, intermediate and advanced Latin, Latin literature, and Greek and Roman mythology or ancient literature in English translation. To round out your program, you will choose electives with the help of your advisor. Electives may include Basic Greek I and II, and Romans on Film. The education curriculum is similar to the arts and sciences curriculum, but provides you with an additional course in Latin literature and training that will prepare you to teach the language at the middle and high school levels.