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Archaeology, art history, anthropology and history all contribute to classical study.
Department Chair:
Gregory Daugherty, PhD
Phone: 804-752-7275
E-mail: gdaugher@rmc.edu
Classics, Latin and Greek
Many of the foundations of Western culture—from literature and philosophy to art and architecture—can be traced to the early Greek and Roman civilizations. Majors in classical studies, Latin and Greek form a broad understanding of the richness and complexities of these cultures and the long reach of their influence.
The original liberal arts: History, archaeology, literature, linguistics, politics, art, religion, mathematics—whatever your interests, chances are you can find a connection to ancient Greek and Roman civilizations through the Classics department curriculum. The Classics department also offers preparation for those interested in teaching Latin as well as Greek for pre-ministerial students.
Beyond the classroom: The Classics department brings the ancients alive through a range of on-campus activities. You may thank Aristotle for the the three-act dramatic structure, then experience his principles at work by taking part in a Classics department reading or production of an ancient play. Trade your favorite Latin quips at the weekly Classics tea. Or enjoy a field trip to explore the classical collection at the Virginia Museum.
When in Rome, or Athens: Find yourself where Roman soldiers once marched or democracy was born; study abroad in Greece or Italy lets you experience places where vibrant modern cultures blend with the distant past. The department's affiliation with the Agora excavations in Athens offers a particularly exciting opportunity for a literally hands-on exploration of classical Greece.
From ancient civilizations to a 21st-century future: Where will you find graduates of R-MC's Classics department? Jennifer Sprinkel '03 is a program manager at Professional and Scientific Associations. Nick Seetin '06 is studying linguistics in the graduate program at the University of Maryland. Latin and classical studies major Nikki Carroll '10 is a Latin teacher, as is Jackie Fitzgerald '07. With two MA degrees as well as a PhD from the University of Michigan, Drew Wilburn is on the faculty at Oberlin College, where his research focuses on the archaeology of ancient magic in the Roman Mediterranean.
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With a master's degree from Princeton Theological Seminary, Anne West Kesner '09 brings "a passion for sharing the love that I know God has blessed us all with" to her new role as resident chaplain at Norfolk Sentara Hospital. A Bailey Scholar at R-MC, Anne pursued a double-major in religious studies and art history as well as a minor in classical studies while also finding time to take part in a J-term trip to Brazil and two different internships. "R-MC prepared me educationally, socially and psychologically beyond what I ever could have imagined," she says. "The faculty were truly passionate about teaching to us rather than at us, and they expected us to learn by ourselves—they truly wanted us to understand the material, wrestle with it, and grow from it." Thanks to her R-MC education, says Anne, "I am confident in my abilities to continually learn, ask questions, and seek knowledge. If you go into R-MC and really dive head first into its activities and education, you will not only gain a fantastic education but also develop lifelong skills and lifelong friends."
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