BA in Languages and Cultures - Classics in Lubbock United States | Texas Tech University

The Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures focuses on advancing research that enhances humanities, language acquisition studies, and community engagement at local and global levels. Our learning environments—both digital and physical—serve as hubs for meaningful interaction, with professors committed to nurturing each student's development. We prepare learners to excel in their future professions by providing transformative education in linguistic and cultural studies. Across our institution and surrounding areas, we champion linguistic diversity and promote multicultural understanding. The Department will drive interdisciplinary explorations of culture, literature, and language learning. Our educators will continuously enhance their expertise to effectively teach diverse student groups. We'll foster an atmosphere of transparent communication and guidance that brings together faculty, staff, and learners. Distinctive experiential learning opportunities will be offered through accessible international programs and local immersive experiences. We'll establish collaborative relationships with area K-12 schools to address community requirements. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, our department will spearhead initiatives to attract, support, and empower Hispanic students. Through university-wide and community partnerships, we'll advance intercultural exchange.

Whether you're a lifelong Classics enthusiast or new to the field, regardless of your background, you'll find your place here. Classics represents the foundation of interdisciplinary study, offering valuable insights for all. Our scope includes ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, the wider Mediterranean world, and their historical and contemporary influences. This field spans ancient languages, literature, social structures, historical events, philosophical concepts, economic systems, archaeological sites, material artifacts, and the diverse populations of these societies—along with how later eras interpreted classical antiquity. By pursuing Classics (including Classical Archaeology), you're joining an academic tradition dating back to medieval universities where it formed the core curriculum. Today, Classics remains a dynamic and globally relevant discipline that provides crucial perspectives for modern life while serving as exceptional preparation for various careers. It illuminates the evolution of history, arts, legal systems, governance, scientific progress, and medical practice—among countless other fields—and examines classical civilization's enduring impact. The study cultivates innovative, analytical thinkers who make significant societal contributions. Classics enables profound connections across time periods, geographical regions, and cultures. As evident, this multifaceted discipline develops comprehensive knowledge and transferable skills through diverse approaches to understanding human civilization.