1900-1901 Academic Catalog

( 'editrvil/e <’ollerje. In the second term Homer’s Iliad is read The student be­ comes acquainted with the archaic forms of the language and the rules of prosody. Especially is Mythology dwelt upon and a thorough knowledge of the customs and rites of the Hom­ eric days is required. The Homeric question is discussed and the work is studied both from a syntactic and allegorical point of view. During the third term of the Freshman year selections from the history of Herodotus are read. Peculiarities of dialect and style are impressed and compared. Third Year.— The Greek of the Sophomore year consists of one term in Memorabilia and two ter ins jn Plato’s Apolo­ gy and Crito. The Memorabilia is made an introduction to the study of Plato. Special drill is given on the use of par­ ticiples. The life and teachings of Socrates are examined in a historical and philosophical light. The Apology and Crito continue the study of Socrates and his methods. Much time is devoted to Grecian Philosophy. Fourth Year.— The Junior Year of Greek includes two terms in Demosthenes’ Corona and one term in Prometheus Bound. The Corona of Demosthenes is pursued until the student is made familiar with Grecian Oratory and the ancient methods of Rhetoric. During the third term the Prometheus Bound of /Eschylus is read. The metre, mythology, style, peculiar forms and expressions of the work, together with Mrs. Browning's translation, are carefully studied. It is especially worthy of notice that Greek Prose Compo­ sition commences in the Senior Preparatory year and con­ tinues to the Sophomore year. Our course in Greek is sy s ­ tematic, extensive and thorough, and no student who de­ sires a real Classical training should fail of the opportunity we offer. GERMAN. The importance of German as a college study has greatly increased during the last few years. If affords extensive