Don’t miss the chance to learn about Roman culture and the Latin language this winter with discussion of beauty and adornment (makeup, wigs, hair dyes, and more!); the hilarious and often saucy genre of the Roman novel; and the music and musical instruments that provided a soundscape for the Roman world.
Started during the 2021-22 academic year by Professors Fanny Dolansky and Sarah Parker, the Mensa Latina aims to introduce students to a variety of topics not covered in classes or only touched on briefly in courses on Roman history or Latin such as petkeeping in the Roman world, funerary inscriptions, and Roman naming conventions. The Mensa Latina normally meets once a month for an hour and has attracted students from Classics and Archaeology as well as other departments who range from first-year students to graduate students — and occasionally some alumni too! No formal knowledge of Latin is required, and everyone is welcome! To learn more or suggest future topics, contact Fanny Dolansky.