Catullus famously hailed from Verona, a town that, during his lifetime, was solidly outside the fines of Italy, in Cisalpine Gaul. This class aims to read a selection of poems in which Catullus references his home province or others from his homeland to better consider how provinciality is expressed in Catullus' poetry.
Poems to be read are subject to change (and suggestions are welcome) but some under consideration are 1, 17, 39, 43, 59, 67, 77, 97, 102, and others.
This is intended to exercise speaking and reading skills. Advance preparation is discouraged. Metrics will be discussed alongside content. The level of discussion will depend on the participants, but the class is intended for all levels and proficiencies in speaking. Familiarity with Latin metrics (in English) is encouraged.
This course will meet twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) beginning on July 14th
Type: Speaking and Reading | Level: Novice to Intermediate
Language of instruction: Latin
Class size cap: 10 | Platform: Zoom
Dates: July 14, 2026 - August 6, 2026
Meets (EST*): Tuesdays, Thursdays, 4:00 PM | 8 sessions (1 hour each)
Materials: The instructor will provide any required materials.
Zoom
Decent internet connection
Earphones
Microphone
Webcam (preferred but optional)
A quiet space for classes
*The course will observe US time and thus will change according to daylight saving time.
Major US federal holidays are observed. If a participant misses a session due to their observance of a religious holiday, they can arrange a separate session with the instructor.
Education should be accessible. Choose the tier that fits your situation — no proof required, no shame included.
Supported — USD 200 total ($25 /hour)
for students, caretakers, or anyone stretched right now.
Standard — USD 280 total ($35 /hour)
full-value rate; covers the cost of small-group instruction.
Sustaining— USD 350 total (Standard Tier total + 25%)
full-value rate & your contribution to our LAC scholarship fund. Thank you!
Catullus famously hailed from Verona, a town that, during his lifetime, was solidly outside the fines of Italy, in Cisalpine Gaul. This class aims to read a selection of poems in which Catullus references his home province or others from his homeland to better consider how provinciality is expressed in Catullus' poetry.
Poems to be read are subject to change (and suggestions are welcome) but some under consideration are 1, 17, 39, 43, 59, 67, 77, 97, 102, and others.
This is intended to exercise speaking and reading skills. Advance preparation is discouraged. Metrics will be discussed alongside content. The level of discussion will depend on the participants, but the class is intended for all levels and proficiencies in speaking. Familiarity with Latin metrics (in English) is encouraged.
This course will meet twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) beginning on July 14th
Type: Speaking and Reading | Level: Novice to Intermediate
Language of instruction: Latin
Class size cap: 10 | Platform: Zoom
Dates: July 14, 2026 - August 6, 2026
Meets (EST*): Tuesdays, Thursdays, 4:00 PM | 8 sessions (1 hour each)
Materials: The instructor will provide any required materials.
Zoom
Decent internet connection
Earphones
Microphone
Webcam (preferred but optional)
A quiet space for classes
*The course will observe US time and thus will change according to daylight saving time.
Major US federal holidays are observed. If a participant misses a session due to their observance of a religious holiday, they can arrange a separate session with the instructor.
Education should be accessible. Choose the tier that fits your situation — no proof required, no shame included.
Supported — USD 200 total ($25 /hour)
for students, caretakers, or anyone stretched right now.
Standard — USD 280 total ($35 /hour)
full-value rate; covers the cost of small-group instruction.
Sustaining— USD 350 total (Standard Tier total + 25%)
full-value rate & your contribution to our LAC scholarship fund. Thank you!
NOTA BENE: Classes require a minimum number of participants to run although they may run with fewer participants, at the instructor’s discretion.
More than a week before the start of the course: 100% refund or credit
Less than a week before the first class up until the second class: credit
