Each year the graduate students of the Department of Classics arrange a series of public lectures by distinguished scholars of their own choosing. Also, the Classics Graduate Association sponsors an annual colloquium, at which graduate students from the University of Virginia and other universities and a distinguished senior scholar present papers on a selected theme. Tuesday Luncheons At Tuesday Luncheons during the academic year, students, faculty of the Classics Department, and other persons with classical interests hear and discuss papers relevant to the Classics. The Senior Classical League is an organization of students who are interested in the ancient world. The SCL sponsors scholarly and social events, including lectures on Classical and related subjects, participation in state-wide Classical activities and contests, an annual dinner, and a picnic.
Membership is open to all undergraduates with Classical interests.
Those who wish to join should get in touch with the faculty advisor, Professor Jon Mikalson. The Archaeological Institute of America is an educational and scientific society of archaeologists and others interested in archaeological study and research. The AIA sponsors a series of lectures, which are free and open to the public. Annual Fall Meeting of the Classical Association of Virginia Each year, the Classical Association of Virginia normally holds its autumn meeting at the University of Virginia. At this meeting, attended by secondary school teachers and faculty from colleges and universities throughout the state, papers by members and by a distinguished guest lecturer are read and, also, a luncheon and reception are held.