Instructor: Dr. Victor A. Leuci
Office: NH 37
Phone: 592- 5324
Home phone: 573-815-9333 (don't call after 10:30 pm)
E-mail: leuciv@jaynet.wcmo.edu
Web Page: www.wcmo.edu/users/faculty/leuciv/index.html

Office Hours (January 13 to April 30, 2000): M-F 11:00 am-12:00 pm, and by appointment

Objectives: The course is an introduction to Latin grammar and syntax. Our goals are

1. to develop the skill necessary to read, understand, and appreciate Latin literature,
2. to establish a basic understanding of Roman culture in such a way as to understand some of the ways in which the ancient world was similar to and different from our own contemporary world, and
3. to encourage a better understanding of English through the study of Latin.

Texts:

M. Balme and J. Morwood, Oxford Latin Course, Part II, 2^nd ed., Oxford 1996

M. Balme and J. Morwood, Oxford Latin Course, Part III, 2^nd ed., Oxford 1996

You should also consider purchasing a good English dictionary, e.g., Webster's New World Dictionary of the American Language, American Heritage Dictionary of etc.

Attendance: Regular attendance and participation are essential for the success of the class. More than 3 unexcused absences will be considered excessive, and no make-up work will be accepted for unexcused absences.

Assignments: Below are the projected assignments for the semester. The assignments, however, will be adjusted to needs of the class, and we will not rush ahead simply to stay in line with the syllabus. I will announce well in advance any changes in the assignments as they become necessary.