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A recent article on the Masciantonio Fund in the CAAS region

3 months ago

Former CAAS Executive Director Mary Brown recently wrote an article about the Masciantonio Fund and its positive effects in the CAAS region, including CAAS Masciantonio Grants. You can read the…

Tribute in Memory of Professor Timothy Renner, Past CAAS President

Articles, In Memoriam, Regional: New Jersey, Uncategorized

11 months ago

Below is a statement from Professor Victoria Larson at Montclair State University on the recent passing of our beloved colleague, Professor Timothy Renner: “It is with heavy hearts that we…

Seeking Applicants for CAAS Executive Director – Deadline September 15, 2025

Articles, Employment Opportunities, Uncategorized

1 year ago

CAAS is seeking applicants for a new Executive Director to begin their term on January 1, 2026. This is a stipendiary position. Details about the position and the application process…

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

Articles, Regional: Pennsylvania, Uncategorized

3 years ago

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…

PCS Masciantonio Fund provides a boost to ‘Team Up Philly’

Articles, Regional: Pennsylvania, Uncategorized

3 years ago

Backed up by Masciantonio funding, the officers of the Philadelphia Classical Society recently decided to contribute copies of Vanessa Roser’s Greek Gods and Goddesses coloring book to girls in the…

PCS 84th Annual Latin Week Competition

Articles, Regional: Pennsylvania, Uncategorized

4 years ago

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…

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

Articles, Regional: Pennsylvania, Uncategorized

4 years ago

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…

Brown: Hallelujah! An insider’s view of 16-weeks onground

Articles, General

5 years ago

Please click on the link below to read an article “chock full” of ideas for teachers to engage their students, timed well for the resumption of classes and written by…

Nunc Bibendum Est, Latin teachers toast to Rudy Masciantonio’s legacy at ‘Nova’s The Refectory

Articles, Uncategorized

5 years ago

Villanova’s The Refectory was the November 20th site for the annual Fall Professional Day and Luncheon dedicated to Dr. Rudolph Masciantonio, benefactor of The Philadelphia Classical Society. Guests from 25…

Brown: IO Saturnalia! Latin students herald the ancient Roman festival of peace and harmony

Articles, Uncategorized

5 years ago

During the dark days of December, in many schools throughout the Main Line, students will be heard exclaiming the celebratory “IO SATURNALIA!,” a clarion call throughout the centuries of the…