classical studies
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Scholar to speak about Near East archives
Matthew W. Stolper, The John A. Wilson Professor of Oriental Studies in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations and the College at the University of Chicago, will spend two days on campus and deliver a lecture on Thursday, May 6 at 4:30 p.m. in the Hedges Conference Room in The Commons.
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Vinci helps professor author Ancient Greek textbook
Emily Vinci knows from experience that Ancient Greek is a difficult language to learn. But thanks to her efforts, fellow students may soon enjoy a new textbook that allows them to journey alongside a travel writer from 1800 years ago, with complementary lessons and information as a guide.
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What you should know
We asked faculty from a variety of fields to write a five-point primer on their discipline for Cornell Report readers. What follows may catch you up on what you’ve forgotten since graduation, jog your memory of classes and professors on the Hilltop, or perhaps even stir a desire to be back in the classroom again, […]
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Gione explores early modern texts at Newberry Library
Hitting the library is a habit most first-year students adopt. But Ellie Gione took this notion much deeper than most, digging into primary sources more than 450 years old at one of the world’s premier research libraries.
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Students explore Roman art, architecture, and history first hand
During Block 7 2009, students in the course “City of Rome” explored the art, architecture, and history of Rome and the surrounding area. The course was co-taught by John Gruber-Miller, professor of classical studies, and Chris Penn-Goetsch, associate professor of art.
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Latin class presents "The Eunuch"
MOUNT VERNON – A Cornell College Latin class will present The Eunuch on the lawn in front of Allee Chapel Monday, May 25, at 4 p.m. and Tuesday, May 26, at 11:45 a.m. The play is free and open to the public.
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Latin students breathe new life into ancient classics
Breathing life into a dead language is the aim for students in Introduction to Latin Literature when they stage public performances of a Roman comedy. The dialogue is presented in both Latin and English, giving the audience an opportunity to appreciate the Latin while following the story.
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Cornellians study ancient Greece in person
In 2007, a group of 35 Cornell students spent almost three weeks visiting archaeological sites throughout Greece, including Athens, Delphi, Olympia, Mycenae, Corinth, Bassae, and Crete. They also visited major museums, completed site report projects, and enjoyed all the sights, sounds, tastes, and fragrances of The Mediterranean.
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Gruber-Miller appointed to teaching prep task force
MOUNT VERNON – John Gruber-Miller has been appointed to the American Philological Association/American Classical League Joint Task Force on Latin Teacher Preparation, which meets in Philadelphia over the weekend of May 30-31.
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Cornell Latin students stage outdoor play April 30, May 1
MOUNT VERNON — Money, lust and a woman in drag are critical elements in the classical Roman comedy “Poenulus, the Little Latin Loverboy,” to be staged by Cornell College Latin classes Sunday, April 30, at 6 p.m. and Monday, May 1, at 11:45 a.m. in front of Allee Chapel on campus. Admission is free. In […]
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Maryland classics professor lectures at Cornell on realities of Roman women
MOUNT VERNON — Judith Hallett, professor of classics and women’s studies at the University of Maryland, will speak at Cornell College on “Roman Women: Images and Realities” at 11:10 a.m. Monday, March 21, in Shaw Lounge of The Commons. Hallett, author of “Fathers and Daughters in Roman Society: Women and the Elite Family,” will examine […]
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Mythology meets the street in 'Polaroid Stories' at Cornell
MOUNT VERNON — Familiar stories from classical mythology are depicted through the lives of homeless street kids in “Polaroid Stories,” opening Thursday, Dec. 12, at Cornell College.
Vinci helps professor author Ancient Greek textbook 
What you should know