The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a public research university in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1857 as the Cook County Normal School, UIC is the second oldest university in the University of Illinois system and the largest university in the Chicago metropolitan area. UIC enrolls over 33,000 students from all 50 states and over 100 countries. The university offers over 400 undergraduate and graduate degree programs through 16 colleges and schools.
The University of Illinois Chicago's Department of Classics and Mediterranean Studies offers a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Mediterranean world. Delving into its languages, literatures, history, and material culture, the department covers Ancient Greek and Latin, while also including programs in Arabic and Modern Greek. Faculty expertise and a strong commitment to interdisciplinary approaches provide a rich academic journey. Students gain rigorous training in critical reading, analytical thinking, and communication, preparing them for diverse careers in fields such as law, medicine, education, and business, cultivating essential skills for engaged citizenship.
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