Second Semester Latin
Recorded 2026-10-14Second Semester Latin
Second Semester Latin covers forms and syntax, with translation of easy prose. Students learn to recognize and explain classical Latin forms, syntax, and vocabulary.
Summary
Past student reviews · Josh Smith
A historical student rated the class difficulty as 4, noting the instructor's humorous style.
What you’ll be able to do
Recognize, identify, and explain most forms of the classical Latin language.
Recognize, identify, and explain most syntax of the classical Latin language.
Recognize, identify, and explain most vocabulary of the classical Latin language.
Source: UW Guide
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Spring 2027No instructors recorded for this selection.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 0 / 26 | 0 |
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the class
Past student reviews · Jason Hansen
Students described Jason Hansen as an awesome instructor, with one feeling privileged to have had him and unable to ask for anyone better.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.77 GPA, 92.3% A/AB (n=26 letter grades); Spring 2025: 2.88 GPA, 32.0% A/AB (n=25 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.12 GPA, 52.9% A/AB (n=17 letter grades).
difficulty & workload
Past student reviews · Josh Smith
A historical student rated the class difficulty as 4, noting the instructor's humorous style.
Past student reviews · Josh Smith
Josh Smith was described as hysterical, dropping random puns even when the class remained stoic, and was also noted as pretty cute.
Topics
- Latin forms and syntax
- Translation of easy prose
- Classical Latin vocabulary
Skills
- Recognizing, identifying, and explaining Latin forms and syntax; translating easy prose
- Recognizing, identifying, and explaining Latin vocabulary
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