Program in Modern Greek Studies
Department of Classics & Mediterranean Studies
601 South Morgan St.
Chicago, Illinois 60607-7112 USA
(312) 996-5538
FAX: (312) 996-8526
Courses Offered
Language:
Elementary Modern Greek
Lower-intermediate Modern Greek
Upper-intermediate Modern Greek
Advanced Modern Greek
Literature:
Modern Greek Literature
Katharevousa and its literature
Culture:
Modern Greek Culture
Byzantine Studies:
(Occasional courses offered)
Additional Areas:
(Courses in Classics and in Mediterranean Studies offered by the department)
University of Illinois at Chicago
Profile
Year Program Established: 1976
Approximate Number of Students Enrolled (per academic term): 50
Level of Program Offered (and when established):
Undergraduate level courses in Modern Greek language (1976)
Undergraduate level courses in Modern Greek literature (2003)
Undergraduate level courses in Modern Greek culture (2003)
Faculty
Full Time Faculty:
Prof. Pietro Bortone
Part Time Faculty:
Mr. Leonidas Pittos
Resources
Sponsoring Departments/Administrative Entities:
Department of Classics and Mediterranean Studies
Does the program offer financial support to students?
Yes (scholarships awarded for 2004-5)
Does the institution offer financial support to students?
Yes, based on financial need