The USC Dornsife Department of Classics offers a comprehensive approach to the study of classical culture, thought, and languages. With an emphasis on the long and complex story of the diverse communities of the Mediterranean basin, western Eurasia, and beyond, classics experts show how ancient civilizations continue to shape the world in profound ways. The department's commitment to cross-cultural and transhistorical approaches, forward-thinking research, and tight-knit community set it apart as a leader in Classics research and education.