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2008/2009 Semester II, Spring 2009
Two-year Postdoctoral Fellow in International Humanities
Department of Classics, Brown University
The Department of Classics seeks applications for a post-doctoral fellowship in classical reception studies for a tenure of two academic years: 2009-2010 and 2010-2011. We are looking for a scholar who specializes in the reception of classical antiquity in Africa, Asia, or Latin America. The candidate would be expected to be competent in Greek or Latin as well as the languages necessary to his or her specific research. The Department of Classics would house the fellow, who would also have the opportunity to participate in departments and programs representing the relevant area studies. Postdoctoral fellows will teach one course per semester, and participate as well in the many activities of the Cogut Center.
Applicants should have received their doctorate, from an institution other than Brown University, within the last five years. Applicants from outside North America are strongly encouraged to apply. The two-year appointment will begin July 1, 2009, or as soon as possible thereafter. Ph.D. OR equivalent is required by the time of appointment. Interested candidates should send a letter of application, c.v., writing sample, and three letters of reference to: Chair, Postdoctoral Fellowship Search, Department of Classics, Brown University, Box 1856 (48 College Street), Providence, RI 02912 USA. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Kenneth_Haynes@brown.edu. Review of applications will begin February 16th, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. Brown University is an AA/EOE employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. [posted January 6, 2009]
2008/2009 Semester I, Fall 2008
New Position Advertised
- TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
The Department of Classics at Brown University has been authorized to announce a search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a specialization in Latin literature and/or Roman history. The successful candidate will teach Latin language and literature as well as Classics courses in translation. We would also welcome participation in interdepartmental programs such as Ancient History and Ancient Studies.. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a representative sample of their best scholarly work to: Chair of the Latinist Search Committee, Department of Classics, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, USA. Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2008; selected candidates will be interviewed at the annual meeting of the American Philological Association in Philadelphia, January 9-11, 2009. Inquiries may be directed to Jeri_DeBrohun@brown.edu. Brown University is committed to diversity in its faculty and encourages applications from qualified women and under-represented minority candidates. [posted October 2008]
2007/2008 Semester II, Spring 2008
A Valedictory Lecture by Michael C. J. Putnam
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"Sannazaro's Ekphrastic Vision"
Michael C. J. Putnam, W. Duncan MacMillan II Professor of Classics at Brown University, will present his farewell lecture, "Sannazaro's Ekphrastic Vision," on Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at 4:30 p.m. in Salomon 001 [posted June 30, 2008]
2007/2008 Semester I, Fall 2007
New Positions Advertised
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Senior Latinist
The Department of Classics at Brown University has been authorized to announce a search for a senior Latinist (Associate or Full Professor). The successful candidate will teach primarily Latin language and literature, as well as courses in translation. Prerequisites for consideration include distinction in scholarship and teaching in any aspect of Latin language and literature. Candidates should submit a letter of application and a curriculum vitae, including the names and contact information of at least five references. Applications should be sent to: Chair of the Latinist Search Committee, Department of Classics, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, USA. Review of applications will begin on November 6, 2007. The department will meet with candidates at the annual meeting of the American Philological Association in Chicago, January 3-6, 2008. Inquiries may be directed to John_Bodel@brown.edu. Brown University is committed to diversity in its faculty and encourages applications from qualified women and under-represented minority candidates. [posted September 2007]
2006/2007 Semester II, Spring 2007
2006/2007 Semester I, Fall 2006
2005/2006 Semester II, Spring 2006
2005/2006 Semester I, Fall 2005
2004/2005 Semester II, Spring 2005
2004/2005 Semester I, Fall 2004
Department Undergraduate Group
A new Classics DUG has been formed. The DUG is open to all undergraduates with an interest in the Classics. Please check the web page for more information and upcoming events. [posted October 21, 2004]
Brown-Yale Colloquium
The second Brown-Yale Colloquium was held on September 30 at Brown, in memory of Shilpa Raval. The meeting featured a talk by John Matthews (Yale), with comment by John Bodel (Brown), on "History in Lists." [posted October 12, 2004]
2003/2004 Semester II, Spring 2004
Congratulations, Graduates
On May 31, 2004, the following students graduated with doctorates in Classics: Max Leo Goldman, Carol Jane King, Joseph Gerard Leichter, and Heather L. Vincent. Noah Dion and Josh Slocum graduated with an M.A in Classics. In addition, more than 30 undergraduate Classics concentrators received their B.A. degrees. [posted June 29, 2004]
Henkel Foundation Scholar
In 2004, the Department is pleased to welcome the first Henkel Scholar, Burkhard Meissner of the Martin-Luther-Universität, Halle-Wittenberg. Professor Meissner will be in residence at Brown from September through December, to pursue his research on “War and Strategy: History and Typology of Ancient Warfare,” a study of ancient warfare as part of political culture and social structure. [posted June 29, 2004]
Brown-Yale Colloquium
The second Brown-Yale Colloquium was held on September 30 at Brown, in memory of Shilpa Raval. The meeting featured a talk by John Matthews (Yale), with comment by John Bodel (Brown), on "History in Lists." [posted October 12, 2004]