Fall 2026

First Semester Latin

FIRST SEMESTER LATIN covers Latin forms and syntax with simple translation.

offering recorded4 credits
Recorded instructors · Fall 2026 Caelan LachanceJulia Perroni

Summary

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Historical reviews of Marissa Gurtler: The course involves significant vocabulary memorization and weekly quizzes. Marissa Gurtler enforces a strict three-absence limit, and the workload is described as demanding.

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LATIN 103 used by

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Professors

Fall 2026

Recent recorded grades — Fall 2021: 3.17 GPA, 58.3% A/AB (n=12 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.

Historical instructors & teaching patterns

Historical reviews of Marissa Gurtler: Marissa Gurtler is described as kind, encouraging, and knowledgeable, with students noting her investment in individual success. However, her class is considered difficult, featuring a strict absence policy and significant workload that challenges students despite her supportive nature.

ADRIENNE HAGEN is recorded teaching in Fall 2011, Fall 2013. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

JULIA PERRONI is recorded teaching in Fall 2021, Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

MARISSA GURTLER is recorded teaching in Fall 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

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Calendar & sections

Fall 2026

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SectionModeEnrolled / capacityWaitlist
LEC 001Classroom Instruction14 / 180
LEC 002Classroom Instruction18 / 180

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Student experience

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Marissa Gurtler is praised for her kindness and organization, though the course is challenging. Historical reviews for Adrienne Hagen are polarized, ranging from excellent to poor.

Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.86 GPA, 96.6% A/AB (n=29 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.13 GPA, 52.9% A/AB (n=34 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.45 GPA, 75.0% A/AB (n=20 letter grades).

difficulty & workload

Historical reviews of Marissa Gurtler: The course involves significant vocabulary memorization and weekly quizzes. Marissa Gurtler enforces a strict three-absence limit, and the workload is described as demanding.

Historical reviews of Marissa Gurtler: Students find Marissa Gurtler accessible and encouraging, with helpful office hours. However, nervousness about using these resources is noted, and the strict attendance policy is a notable constraint.

Topics

  • Latin forms and syntax
  • Simple translation

Skills

  • Understanding Latin forms and syntax
  • Performing simple translation from Latin

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LATIN 103 · Fall 2026

First Semester Latin

Recorded 2026-09-07
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