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Caption: Course Catalog - 1894-1895
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DESCRIPTION OF DEPARTMENTS. 31 eign works relating to Ms particular department. Much importance, however, is attached to the study of language as a means of general training. A thorough study of the structure of the language is the basis; as much as possible 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, of composition, and of the 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 Gothic and Old Garman. 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 courses laid out in this subject are these: first, to teach the Greek language; second, to cause students to appreciate its literature; and third, to call attention to those numerous, in the history, thinking, and institutions of the Greeks which illustrate similar phenomena noticeable among ourselves. To accomplish the first object, 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. The purpose of the instruction in this department is, in the first place, to give the student an elementary knowledge of historical facts, with special emphasis upon mediaeval and modern
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