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UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS.

of this is done by practical work, analysis and composition, rather than by mere memorizing rules. The more advanced classes take up the study of the classic poets and prose writers. The third year's work consists of critical study of the prominent literary works; composition; history of the literature in German. Lectures are given in German and the use of the language in study is demanded. The fourth year is an elementary course of Old German and Gothic. The one year course is designed for the technical students with a minimum of grammar and a maximum of reading.

GREEK.

The general purposes of the outline which follows (including courses 1-6) are: First, to teach the Greek language. Second, to cause students to appreciate its literature. Third, to call attention to those numerous points in the history, thinking, and institutions of the Greeks which illustrate similar phenomena noticeable among ourselves. To accomplish the first item, due attention is paid to the principles of grammar, particularly in making the syntax appear as the evidence of orderly mental procedure, and by continual practice in extemporaneous translation. The second is effected by a study of the surroundings and spirit of an author, and of those literary devices which give character to his productions. The third end is reached through familiar talks upon suitable topics as they are met. In courses 7 and 8 a more mature line of work is contemplated, for which courses 1 to 6 are a graded preparation. Ample library and other appliances are provided. Course 9 is more general, but is expected to articulate, for classical students, with courses 1-8.

HISTORY.

In the work of this department, while political and dynastic narrative is allowed an important place, it is hoped further to give the student an understanding of the part that has been performed by each of the chief forces and activities which constitute the life of nations, such as the intellectual and the moral movements; the influences of superstition and religion; social instincts and economic forces, especially as they manifest themselves in the form of institutions. Investigations are also made of the influence of climate, soil, and topography. History is thus