Modern Greek Studies Minor

Program Details

Department: The Basil P. Caloyeras Center for Modern Greek Studies
Modality: In-Person
Semester Hours: 20

Objectives

The Modern Greek Studies minor offers an interdisciplinary program for students interested in studying Modern Greece--its language and culture, history and contemporary politics, the Christian Orthodox tradition and spirituality, as well as its literature and arts. LMU’s Odyssey Study Abroad Program gives students the opportunity to study in Greece during the summer. The minor complements a wide range of academic fields and disciplines and is aimed at students interested in interdisciplinary cultural and international studies. It promotes intercultural awareness and understanding and provides the tools for students to become engaged global citizens.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students minoring in Modern Greek Studies will know:

• the principle aspects of Modern Greek language and culture
• the principle topics of Modern Greek history and contemporary politics
• the beliefs and practices of the Greek Orthodox Tradition in a theological, historical, and cultural context
• representative works of Modern Greek literary and artistic production as well as the theoretical tools for their understanding and critical analysis

Students minoring in Modern Greek Studies will be able to:

• understand and communicate effectively in Modern Greek
• make critical connections between past and present Greek history, politics, and culture
• understand Modern Greece in a global context
• express themselves with clarity, coherence, and intellectual force orally and in writing

Students minoring in Modern Greek Studies will value:

• the distinctive contributions of Greek culture (past and present) to the world
• multilingualism, multiculturalism, and inter-religious dialogue
• connections across academic disciplines and their application to real-life issues
• global awareness and respect for others

Minor Requirements

The minor in Modern Greek Studies consists of 20 semester hours, of which at least 12 hours must be at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. The following distribution is recommended, with the approval of the Director of the minor:

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Hours
Lower Division Requirements
Select two lower division courses offered by the Modern Greek Studies program (2 courses in Modern Greek language instruction at the appropriate level are recommended; lower division Core courses including any FFYS (First Year Seminar) offered by the Modern Greek Studies program may satisfy this requirement).		8
Subtotal		8
Upper Division Requirements
Select three upper division courses offered by the Modern Greek Studies program and/or affiliated departments at the 3000 and/or 4000 level		12
Subtotal		12
Total Semester Hours		20

Students minoring in Modern Greek Studies may design their own individualized program in consultation with the Director of the Center and their advisor. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in the summer Odyssey Study Abroad Program in Greece for a full immersion experience and/or in other study abroad opportunities offered by the Center. 

Note:

Students with previous knowledge of the language or with relevant course credit are requested to contact the program Director to schedule a placement exam.