Road Work Uncovers New Evidence at Iron Age Site
By Alicia Lopez
A new archeological site was uncovered during construction on a UK road in the summer of 2020. While it is not uncommon to find Roman archeological evidence through European construction projects, this particular find helps…
Demonstering: A Postcolonial Reading of Aeneid 3, & The Practice of Humanizing Monsters in Ancient Literature By Anna Coopey Introduction Virgil was a witness to colonization and imperialism. He grew up in Mantua, and experienced, as a young man, the results of the civil wars where Augustus’s allies carved up the land for themselves. […]
Can We Trust Ancient Historical Accounts?
By Adrian Altieri
For Penn students who have taken history courses at the university, an introduction to a historical method of critical thinking is commonplace. Professors often discuss the importance of reliable primary sources, careful sifting through other sources of evidence, and…
Summer TV Recs, Classics Edition
By Olivia Wells
Succession fans, rise up! The HBO series that has taken the world by storm may not, at first glance, bear any resemblance to classical antiquity. But if you watch closely, you’ll begin to recognize names, places, and plot points reminiscent of the classical past of Greece and Rome.
A Roman Dictator’s Resounding Impact
By Ryan Burns
Being from Cincinnati, Ohio, the story of Cincinnatus has inspired me since I learned it eight years ago. Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus was a Roman farmer and a senator, and in the mid-5th century B.C, he was chosen to be dictator to rescue a surrounded army…
A Guide to Mythological Retellings
By Maggie Yuan
From Circe to Lore Olympus, today’s literary landscape features more than just a few retellings of classical mythology. Whether you’re eager to learn more about Greco-Roman mythology or are simply in search of a new and interesting read, keep reading to find out which contemporary title should be the next addition to your list.
A Walk-Through: Unraveling Ancient Cities with Technology
By Angela Nguyen
With the rise of new technologies, archaeology has become more collaborative and interdisciplinary within the sciences. Contemporary archaeology has developed to encompass techniques of engineering, geology, chemistry, and physics in innovative ways, connecting technology with traditional analysis to form a methodology that can unearth the human past more deeply. This article will explore three cutting-edge approaches that have made the exploration of archaeology more extensive than ever before.
Not All Dead White Men Review
By Olivia Wells
Written by the editor-in-chief of the late Eidolon (who happens to be the sister of Mark Zuckerburg), Not All Dead White Men introduces readers to the inner workings of the “dark side” of modern interpretation of Classics: Reddit’s Red Pill Community.
A Facultea with Professor Peter Struck
By Olivia Lee
A recap of the Classical Studies Undergraduate Advisory Board’s recent Facultea with Dr. Peter Struck, Professor and Chair of Penn’s Classical Studies Department.
Orpheus as a Muse
By Maggie Yuan
What do a tragic love story, the Can-Can, and a critique on industrialization have in common? All are rooted in the ancient tale of Orpheus and Eurydice. Everybody loves a good love story, and as far as the Greeks were concerned, the tale of Orpheus and Eurydice represents a version of true and pure love devoid of any ill intentions. At the core of the story, however, is the importance of divine faith, even over such passion…
