by Yiqun Zhou Abstract: Ancient China and Greece are two classical civilisations that have exerted far-reaching influence in numerous areas of human experience and are often invoked as the paradigms in East-West…
By Samuel Agbamu Abstract: Agbamu considers his complicated relationship with Classics as a Classicist of Colour, the problems with Classics’ narrow cultural focus, and how these issues might be addressed. Blogpost for…
By Suzanne Lye Abstract: In this paper, I argue that Styx defines the relationship between the gods through her power as the oath and separates the major geographical structures of the Olympian cosmos through her…
By Olakunbi Olasope Abstract: The highly spirited heroine of the Antigone ensured that her deceased brother Polynices was given a decent burial by sprinkling dust and pouring three cups of libation on his corpse. By…
Artwork by Romare Bearden In 1977, Romare Bearden (1911–1988), one of the most powerful and original artists of the 20th century, created a cycle of 20 collages and watercolors (miniature variations of his collages)…
By Shelley P. Haley Abstract: Haley recounts her experiences of being a Black female Classicist, mentions several pioneering Black female Classicists, and considers barriers for Black students within Classics,…
By Rebecca Futo Kennedy and Jackie Murray Abstract: Howard University’s decision to close its small classics department may seem like an unusual piece of education news to attract widespread media attention, especially…