Summer Course: Greek and Latin Roots of English
Stanford Summer Session
Key Information
Campus location
Stanford, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
8 weeks
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 4,116
Application deadline
15 May 2024
Earliest start date
22 Jun 2024
Introduction
Goal is to improve vocabulary, comprehension of written English, and standardized test scores through learning the Greek and Latin components of English. The focus is on patterns and processes in the formation of the lexicon. Terminology used in medicine, business, education, law, and humanities; introduction to principles of language history and etymology. I just wanted to inform you that Greek or Latin isn't required.
Details
CLASSICS 14
- Class Number: 19842
- Course Cost: $4116.00
- Population: High School, Undergraduate, Graduate
- Units: 3
- Interest Area: Social Sciences and Humanities
- Course Format & Length: In-person, 8 weeks
- Instructors: Ian Tewksbury
- Dates: June 22, 2024 - August 18, 2024
- Schedule: Monday/Wednesday 2:45 pm-4:45 pm
Events and Engagement
Workshops
Hosted through the Summer Academic Resource Center (SARC), we offer a variety of educational workshops to complement your academic pursuits. Presenters varying from Stanford affiliates, community partners, and graduate tutors will cover a wide range of topics from academic skills to career exploration. Past workshops included college preparedness, software exploration, and building your professional network.
Stanford Spaces
Explore the intellectual ecosystem of the Stanford campus. Tour museums like the Cantor Arts Center, visit unique campus spaces like the d.school, Frost Amphitheater, and O’Donohue Family Farm, and get to know the unique community of companies and innovators that gather at Stanford Research Park.
Stanford Voices
These small gatherings give you an opportunity to connect with Stanford faculty, fellows, and alumni to hear about their work or research, as well as the road that brought them there. Ask questions and continue your intellectual exploration—whether you're taking a course on the topic this summer or just curious.