Family Game Night
A long-running tradition in the classics program makes a triumphant return after a 2-year long break.
Generations of Study
Even after graduation, alumni of the classics program are continually active through activities such as the Ludi Romani. These activites present great opportunities to network with professionals and see where a degree within the classics program can lead you!
Explore Degrees
Ancient Greek - Classics Minor
Understanding ancient Greek is essential preparation for advanced work in classics, early Christianity and other historical fields.
Civilizations - Classics Minor
Study life and art during the Greco-Roman period and prepare to continue your research in graduate and Ph.D. programs.
Latin - Minor
Gain proficiency in classical Latin grammar and syntax alongside courses on Roman culture and history.
Latin Teaching - Classics Minor
Learn to teach Latin with a focus on the best and latest pedagogy. This minor, offered by the Department of History, goes well with a History Teaching major as well as many other degrees across the university.
Ancient Languages and Culture - Graduate Program
Practice historical research techniques and gain skills necessary for further study into ancient cultures.
Program Highlights
Latin Lab Translates Text for International Conference
The Ancient Language Working Group or “Latin Lab”, part of the Ancient Languages and Cultures graduate program in History at Utah State University, just completed a yearslong project translating a unique, untranslated manuscript called “Heroica Eulogia” w...
Greek Summer Intensive Course
In partnership with Brigham Young University, Utah State University is offering a 7-week intensive course on the ancient Greek language.
Events
Get Involved
Classics at USU has several unique student and alumni activities.
Graduate Student Projects
Gain inspiration for your own research projects by viewing a collection of undergraduate research undertaken by students in the classics program.
Undergraduate Projects
Gain inspiration for your own research projects by viewing a collection of undergraduate research undertaken by students in the classics program.
Classics Book Club
Interact with literature that connects to topics relevant to Greco-Roman literary tradition and uncover the ways that they interact with modern society.
Des-TROY Digital Role Play
The Classics Program at USU announces a new RPG called D.E.S.Troy (Destination: Exterminate or Save Troy), in which students are assigned roles as Greeks or Trojans.
Ludi Romani
This program-wide activity reconnects the USU classics community across generations, paving the way for professional and social networking. Roleplay as Roman senators, gods, generals, and nobles in an exciting game that reenacts history as you attempt to ...
Summer Greek
Complete an entire year of introductory ancient Greek in just seven weeks. This summer intensive course creates a tight nit cohort of students with a passion for ancient greek.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Utah State University offers many options for financial aid, including university level scholarships and aid available to specific colleges and majors.