Olympian Success
Joseph Gerbasi captured the Governor General's Gold Medal for the most outstanding Master's graduate in the Humanities and Social Science's at Dalhousie. Our Emma Curran also received the medal in 2013, Tim Riggs 2010, and Hans Feichtinger in 2003.
Having our graduates receive four in 13 years, almost one-third of those awarded in the period, is outstanding indeed.
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Upcoming Lectures
Fall 2015:
Thursday, November 19th, 7:00pm
Dr. Vernon Provencal, Acadia University
Learn to read Homer in the original.
About the Department of Classics
The Department of Classics offers a variety of classes in Greek and Roman literature, ancient and Medieval philosophy, ancient and Christian religion, and general classical culture. The Department also administers the Religious Studies and Arabic Studies programs.
Classics Newsletter
The Fall Newsletter [PFD] is here - find out about how exciting the 2014-2015 year was in our Department!
New minors in Classics!
NEW! We now offer 8 minor degrees. Learn how to add one of these minors to your degree:
Get academic advising
Be confident throughout your academic career. Meet with Dr. Emily Varto, the departmental Undergraduate Advisor, and choose the classes that are right for you.
CLAS 2026: Paganism
"Pagan" originated as a derogatory Christian term for ignorant rustics who kept to the pre-Christian religions. We shall look at those religions in their origins, nature, and development, their continuations in the Middle Ages and modernity, and their persistence and revival in the contemporary world.
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CLAS 3021: Ancient Art and Architecture
Can we know a people through their art? What stories do monuments tell? Find out with Dr. Emily Varto this winter!
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Classes: Fall & Winter 2015-2016
Interested in registering for a class? Get the latest information about our courses this the Fall and Winter including class schedules. There are some exciting new options! Don't forget to check out classes in Religious Studies and Arabic Studies, too.
Dionysius and Pseudo-Dionysius
The Basilica Cathedral dedicated to St Denis, Paris, France. Photo by Allie Caulfield.
Our department is home to two journals: Dionysius, which boasts a strong international profile, and Pseudo-Dionysius, run by undergraduate and graduate students at Dalhousie and the University of King's College.