Category Archives: CAAS Regions

INEXPENSIVE TICKETS FOR MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY PERFORMANCE OF TWO GREEK MYTH-BASED DANCES – JANUARY 4, 2025 (Philadelphia, PA)

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JANUARY 4 IN PHILADELPHIA

Philadelphia Theatre Company – tickets: https://myptc.philadelphiatheatrecompany.org/92277/…

Attention greater Philadelphia area teachers and students! Tickets are now on sale at $35 to the public for the Martha Graham Dance Company performance of two Greek myth-based dances, Saturday Jan. 4 in downtown Philadelphia, in conjunction with the SCS-AIA annual meeting.

One dance is based on Medea, the other loosely on Ariadne and Theseus. Both are amazing pieces.

You or your students may find this performance an ideal way to experience classical reception in action. I have used the Medea dance in my teaching with great success.

Feel free to write Ronnie Ancona if you have any questions (rancona@hunter.cuny.edu). And if you will be attending the SCS-AIA meeting, along with co-organizer Nina Papathanasopoulou, you are welcomed to attend our panel on myth and Graham earlier on the 4th.

If you ARE registered for SCS-AIA:

Registrants of the 2025 Annual Meeting can purchase tickets at a discounted rate of $25 for faculty and $15 for students. To buy discounted tickets, registrants should look for the purchase link in the confirmation email they receive after completing their registration.

Classics Master’s/PhD Program at CUNY Graduate Center – 2025 Application Deadlines

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The Classics Program at the CUNY Graduate Center welcomes PhD applications for the Fall 2025 semester. Deadline is January 1.

Our student focus is on research, teaching, and ethics. 

Ph.D. students can choose to concentrate in ancient history or classical philology. Our faculty encompass a wide range of interests: ancient history, warfare, philosophy, art/material culture, reception, and digital humanities to name but a few.

You can read more about individual faculty members here: https://www.gc.cuny.edu/classics/faculty

In addition to tuition remission and fellowship opportunities, students receive extensive undergraduate teaching experience at one of our CUNY campuses. NYU and Fordham University share courses and students with our program; we are also part of a GRADUATE CONSORTIUM allowing attendance at other area schools (ISAW, Columbia, Rutgers, Princeton, and Stony Brook). 

Located next to the Empire State Building in the heart of NYC, we enjoy close access to exciting research-rich hubs such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Public Library, and American Numismatic Society.

Please review our Program website at https://www.gc.cuny.edu/classics

Deadline for PhD applications is January 1. Master’s applications – April 15.

For any questions, please feel free to email our Executive Officer, Rachel Kousser: rkousser@gc.cuny.edu

CUNY Graduate Center (NYC) Classics Department Open House 11/01/2024

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The Classics Department of the CUNY Graduate Center in NYC invites those interested in our PhD and MA programs to attend a hybrid (in-person AND Zoom) open house.

Date: Friday, 01 November
Time: 12pm EST

Come meet faculty and current students to learn about the educational and teaching opportunities available in the heart of New York City!  

Link to poster about the event: https://tinyurl.com/2m77588f

Our MA program is ideal for those who want to work on their languages before applying to PhD programs.

To register, please email Rachel Kousser at RKousser@gc.cuny.edu

For more information on our programs, please visit: https://www.gc.cuny.edu/classics
For more information on funding/financial aid: https://www.gc.cuny.edu/fellowships-and-financial-aid

CFP Emerging Scholars — NYU Center for Ancient Studies

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The NYU Center for Ancient Studies
welcomes proposals for the Emerging Scholars Series  

The Emerging Scholars video series pairs PhD students from U.S. and international institutions with NYU faculty members to discuss innovative approaches to the study of the ancient world and/or research that incorporates non-traditional materials and methods. We are also especially interested in highlighting the work of scholars from groups that are and have historically been marginalized and underrepresented in the fields of ancient studies and the academy at large.

The presentation format of the videos features individual PhD candidates who briefly describe their research and then engage in conversation with an NYU faculty member that positions this work in relation to broader scholarship. These videos will be advertised as part of the Center’s academic program and highlighted on our website. 

To these ends, we seek proposals from students working in the ancient world, broadly conceived. In order to submit a proposal, please send a short abstract (250 words or less) on your topic of research along with a current CV to ancient.studies@nyu.edu. We welcome new proposals on a rolling basis.

2024 Graduate Programs in Latin Education – Hunter College (Tuition Fellowships available)

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The Classics Program at Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY), advertises its graduate programs in Latin education. These programs combine courses and mentoring in the vibrant environs of New York City. They aim to foster the ability to make Latin compelling to a diverse population of middle and high school students. Both programs lead to certification in New York State.

Applications are accepted in both the Fall and the Spring.

The deadline for applications to start in Fall 2024 is March 15th, 2024, but consideration may be made for later applications.

A number of tuition fellowships will be available.

Information and requirements: https://education.hunter.cuny.edu/admissions/graduate-programs/adolescenteducation/post-masters-advanced-certificates-in-adolescent-education/adolescentlatin-advanced-certificate/

General information on applying: https://education.hunter.cuny.edu/admissions/ .

Direct all enquiries to Professor Lawrence Kowerski, the Director of the graduate program in Latin (lawrence.kowerski@hunter.cuny.edu ).

Click here to view/download flyer (PDF)

The Philadelphia Classical Society’s 84th annual Latin Week contests prove the longevity of Ancient Greece and Rome

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On the last Saturday in April 2023, 420 guests of The Philadelphia Classical Society met for a congenial and celebratory luncheon event at The Drexelbrook in Drexel Hill.

The occasion’s purpose was to honor the academic year 2022-23 winners in the 84th Annual Latin Week contests held in February at The Haverford School.

Click here to read the article by Mary Brown

PCS 84th Annual Latin Week Competition

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EIGHTY-FOURTH ANNUAL LATIN WEEK COMPETITION

  • Artistic and Literary Projects
  • Traditional Artistry and Computer-Generated
  •  Competitive Examinations in Latin and Greek

Dates: February 20-25, 2023

The 84th Annual LATIN WEEK will take place from February 20-25, with “Judging Day” to occur on Saturday, February 25 (the “Snow Day” is set for Saturday, March 4) at The Haverford School.

Drexelbrook Catering will again host the Annual Latin Week Awards Luncheon on Saturday, April 29.

Apollo of Delos, source of oracles and prophecies for the ancient pilgrims.
Vergil’s characterization of the stormy winds and the scowling Neptune uniquely illustrated.
Student rendering of the Roman Pantheon, temple “of all the gods.”
Poseidon rides the crests of waves with his horse-drawn transport.
Cosiddetta Flora, Roman goddess of flowers, from the Villa di Ariana in Stabiae near Pompeii, counterpart to the Greek chloris.

More details and registration information can be found on the PCS website here. Please contact Mary Brown for more information. (mbrown@sju.edu)

Please also click here to read article about the 84th Annual PCS Latin and Greek Contests.

Dr. Rudolph Masciantonio Fund For Classical Studies footlights Villanova University actors’ performance of “Apollonius, King of Tyre”

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On Saturday, October 8, five talented actors from the Villanova University Theatre Program presented a script-in-hand reading of the new play titled “Apollonius, King of Tyre.”

Grant monies from The Dr. Rudolph Masciantonio Fund, administered through Philadelphia Foundation and distributed annually to The Classical Association of the Atlantic States (CAAS), supported the endeavor.

The performance took place at The Hotel Du Pont, the venue for the CAAS Annual Meeting, held October 6-8.

Click here to read complete article, by Mary Brown, CAAS Executive Director, on the MainLineMediaNews website

2022-2023 High School Teacher of Latin at STEMCivics (Ewing, NJ)

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STEMCivics, a charter school in Ewing, NJ, is seeking a High School Teacher of Latin with an exceptional ability to build bonds with students for the 2022-2023 school year. The candidate must hold or be able to obtain a NJ teaching certification. STEMCivics provides a college-prep curriculum focused on civic engagement and STEM project-based learning. Competitive compensation, including medical, dental, vision, and pension.

To express interest, please contact Kate Slovich kate.slovich@stemcivics.org.