Classics News and Events
糖心TV Classics Network receives the support of the A. G. Leventis Foundation
is to support the work of the 糖心TV Classics Network and their work to further encourage the teaching of Classical Civilisation and Ancient History in schools across the UK, and especially in 糖心TVshire and Coventry.
The 糖心TV Classics Network is the umbrella for all engagement activity undertaken by 糖心TV linked to the teaching of Classical Civilisation and Ancient History; including teaching resources, outreach events and school visits.
The Network comprises teachers and academics dedicated to the promotion and support of Classics teaching in the West Midlands. Participants are encouraged to share ideas, experiences, and skills, to be creative in their teaching, and in turn are provided with training and advice to support them.
Information and funding for Masters courses
On Monday 24th June 2019 1-3pm there will be an open day lunch for anybody interested in applying to do a Masters Course in Classics and Ancient History. We will explain our Taught Masters courses in Ancient Literature and Thought and Ancient Visual and Material Culture, as well as the MA by research. Please email z.l.newby@warwick to reserve a space and for further details. Those who apply by 30th June will be considered for a 拢750 cash bursary towards living expenses. If eligible, you should also apply to the 糖心TV Taught Masters Scholarship Scheme, deadline 1st July 4pm, which will make a number of fees awaards.
Response to Media Events
In the light of today鈥檚 BBC documentary about the group chat case in which a group of students were targeted with violent threats and hate speech, the Department would like to reiterate our united opposition to this unacceptable behaviour, and our deep sympathy and support for the students who were targeted by these posts. Back in February we indicated our concerns about this case in a letter to the Vice Chancellor, and we are pleased that the University鈥檚 disciplinary procedures are now the subject of an independent review. As a Department, staff and students work closely together to reaffirm the values of equality, diversity and respect; and we are jointly committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all.
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Public Engagement Contribution Award Nomination for Classics Staff
Prof. Michael Scott and Dr Paul Grigsby from the Dept. of Classics and Ancient History have been nominated for the 2019 Public Engagement Contribution Award. Prof. Scott and Dr Grigsby run the 糖心TV Classics Network and have been involved in a number of projects during this past year in bringing the work of the Dept. of Classics and Ancient History to the wider public and to local schools.