Classics News and Events
The Romans on Tour: Clare Rowan discusses the Roman Empire exhibition in Coventry
How can we convey the experience of the Roman Empire? Clare Rowan discusses the Roman Empire: Power and People exhibition at the Herbert Museum in Coventry as a guest blogger on the Theoretical Roman Archaeology Conference (TRAC) website.
Workshop on Rhetoric, June 6, 2014
The Challenges of Reconstructing Ancient Greek Rhetoric: A Workshop on the History of Rhetoric, from Classical Athens to the Renaissance.
Confirmed speakers and chairs: Mike Edwards, David Lines, Caroline Petit, Simon Swain, Nicolas Wiater, Frédérique Woerther.
Organised by Dr. Caroline Petit
Full description, programme and registration here
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New Publication on Galen
Caroline Petit, 'La tradition latine des Simples de Galien: remarques préliminaires', Medicina nei Secoli N.S. 25-3, 2013, 1063-1090
May Coin of the Month: A denarius of Augustus from the South Warwickshire Hoard
May's coin of the month is a denarius of Augustus from the South Warwickshire hoard (which was published by Stanley Ireland), and is now on display at the Warwickshire Museum). It was chosen by Abigael Flack, who did her MA on Suetonius last year.
Live debate on Democracy and Imperialism with Monash University
On 30th April, 2nd and 3rd year students taking the Democracy and Imperialism module engaged in a live debate via the international portal with Monash University Classics students. They debated three topics: the power of women in Athens, the most democratic space in ancient Athens and the most radical Athenian politician. Students worked in groups to prepare presentations, then rebutt arguments and make further points before a vote was taken on each topic. Many thanks to the IGGY team who were there videoing the debate, with the resulting footage to be used in IGGY outreach events, as well as on the Plaza big screen on University Campus