The day featured a series of fascinating talks from a diverse group of university lecturers and authors, including Prof. Edith Hall (above, delivering online) and Caroline Lawrence (below). These speakers not only shared their own experiences of studying Classics at university but also gave insight into the many different careers and life paths that a Classics degree can lead to. Through their inspiring talks, students were able to envisage how studying Classics could open doors to various fields, from academia and archaeology to creative writing and public speaking, showing them the wide-ranging potential of a Classical education.
In addition to the talks, Saziye also hosted interactive workshops, including ‘Out of Chaos’ and ‘Gladiatrix,’ which brought the ancient Greek and Roman worlds vividly to life for selected KS3 Greek and Latin students. These hands-on sessions allowed students to immerse themselves in the historical and cultural aspects of the ancient world in an engaging and exciting way.
This celebration of Classics would not have been possible without the financial support of the Classical Association, whose contribution we greatly appreciate. We also extend heartfelt thanks to our incredible speakers and actors: Professor Edith Hall, Professor Dame Mary Beard, Dr. Mai Musie, Jasmine Elmer, Dr. Alexandra Hardwick, Caroline Lawrence, Paul O’Mahony, Alisa Vanlint, and our dear friend, Natalie Haynes (pictured above), for making the day truly memorable.