University Catalog 2023-2024

Foreign Language - Greek (GRK)

GRK 101  Elementary Greek I  (3 credit hours)  

Beginning course in Classical Greek, introducing the Greek alphabet, elementary vocabulary, and basic grammatical forms and syntax. Readings based on brief selections from Greek literature, mythology, philosophy and history.

Typically offered in Fall only

GRK 102  Elementary Greek II  (3 credit hours)  

Continuation of GRK 101. Completion of the study of basic grammar and syntax with continued focus on vocabulary acquisition. Longer readings from a variety of Greek works, including poetry, philosophy, history and the Gospels.

Prerequisite: GRK 101

Typically offered in Spring only

GRK 201  Intermediate Greek I  (3 credit hours)  

Introduction to Greek prose. Review of grammar fundamentals and introduction of new and more complex syntax. Emphasis on improvement of reading skill through further vocabulary acquisition and exposure to selections of unadapted Greek. Readings may be drawn from Plato, Lysias or other authors. Examination of literary and cultural significance of readings.

Prerequisite: GRK 102

Typically offered in Fall only

GRK 202  Intermediate Greek II  (3 credit hours)  

Introduction to Greek poetry. Continued emphasis on improvement of reading skill. Readings may be drawn from Homer, Euripides or other authors. Examination of literary and cultural significance of readings.

Prerequisite: GRK 201

GEP Global Knowledge

Typically offered in Spring only

GRK 399  Directed Readings in Greek  (3 credit hours)  

Advanced Greek language course introducing students to research methods in Classical Studies. Readings may be drawn from a wide variety of Classical Greek authors. May be taken up to two times with different readings for credit.

Prerequisite:GRK 202

Typically offered in Fall and Spring