Major & Minor
Our curiosity about ancient civilizations has endured through the centuries, and their contributions to the world are evident even in modern society. Wheaton offers several classics majors: classical civilization, Greek, Latin, or Greek/Latin combined, all of which will cultivate your research, writing, and critical thinking skills. As a minor or second major, studying the classics can bring a whole new level to your main area of study. It complements English, history, art, anthropology, philosophy, and religion especially well, and it’s also an excellent foundation for law school or graduate programs.
2020, Classics
Porter Cleveland Fellowship
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, Albany, NY
I got a candid look at the struggles those entering the country face when attempting to create a new life for themselves. I learned how vastly these communities need assistance and gained experience in how to aid those looking for better opportunities in this country.
2021, Classical Civilization
Davis International Fellowship
Villa Del Vergigno Archaeological Site and Field School, Montelupo Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy
This was my first work experience in my intended field and it was everything that I had hoped for. I was digging at a Roman villa, dissecting several ancient furnaces, and cataloging all coins on site. It was my nerd paradise.
Please take the time to learn about Nefeli Custer, class of 2019. She will be graduating soon, but take the time to learn more about…
Professor of Classics Joel Relihan has contributed a chapter to A Companion to Late Antique Literature. Essays treat a collection of unparalleled breadth, discussing the…
Calling all lovers of texts and tech: WED, Nov. 15, 3:30 pm (csLab, SC 1315)
87% of Classics and Classical Civilization majors from the past five years have found employment or achieved a service opportunity within six months of graduation *
*outcomes data is based on a knowledge rate of 83% for the classes of 2014-2018
