Speaking with the Tradition: Grad Students Study the Classical Languages

Speaking with the Tradition: Grad Students Study the Classical Languages

Written by Nolan Ryan When you walk through the halls of a classical school, it is not uncommon to see a Latin motto or to hear children chanting Latin conjugations: “amo, amas, amat.” Given the ubiquity of classical languages like Latin and ancient readings like the Aeneid, classical schools prefer teachers and leaders who are familiar with classical languages and sources. In light of this need for teachers who are aware of the classical langua…