Department of Classics
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Welcome to the Department of Classics at UVA
Educating students in Greek and Latin language, literature, and culture since the University was founded. Located in Cocke Hall on the historic Lawn, we are home to an internationally renowned faculty and a strong and varied group of graduate students and undergraduate majors.
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Monday, September 28 at 5:00PM: James S. Constantine Lecture featuring Prof. Daniel Mendelsohn, Bard College
Please join the Department of Classics for the annual James S. Constantine Lecture featuring Professor Daniel Mendelsohn, Bard College, beginning at 5:00pm on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Nau Hall, Room 101, 1540 Jefferson Park Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903.
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Discover Ancient Greek at the UVA Department of Classics
Discover Ancient Greek at UVA with Greek 1010 starting in Fall Semester 2026.
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Discover Latin at the UVA Department of Classics
Discover Latin at UVA with Latin 1010 starting in Fall Semester 2026.
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UVA Department of Classics Sponsors Odyssey Day - October 15, 2026 - McGuffey Art Center
Please join the UVA Department of Classics in celebrating Odyssey Day at the McGuffey Art Center, 201 2nd Street NW, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902. Free admission, but registration required via QR code or web link.
