Contents / Sommaire

• CAC Prize for Best PhD Dissertation / Prix de la SCÉC pour la meilleure thèse de doctorat
• Mary White Prize for best paper in Phoenix / Prix Mary-White pour le meilleur article dans Phoenix
• GSC Facebook page

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• Toronto: Contractually limited term appointment
• Trent at Oshawa: one full-year course

• Congrès de la FIEC, Bordeaux 2014 / FIEC Congress, Bordeaux 2014
• CFP: "Decision" (CACW & CAPN sponsored)

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• One new book / Un nouveau livre
• Van Wyk Louw's drama "Germanicus" in English translation
• Call for articles for Adalya XVII (2014)

[1] Association Announcements & News / Annonces et nouvelles de la Société

CAC PRIZE FOR BEST PhD DISSERTATION
FIRST WINNER

From Alison Keith

On behalf of the Adjudication Committee for the CAC Prize for Best PhD Dissertation, I would like to congratulate the first winner of the Prize:

Dr. Marie-Pierre Krück, for her 2011 thesis "Discours de la corruption dans la Grèce classique," supervised by Professor Victoria Wohl of the University of Toronto.

Committee members agreed that this thesis was impressive both for the originality and quality of the argument, and praised the clarity of expression throughout. The thesis was deemed especially bold and innovative in its subjection of multiple literary genres to analysis, and its multifaceted approach to the understudied concept of corruption.

Honorable Mentions go to:

1) Ilaria Battiloro, for her thesis "Lucanian Sanctuaries: history and Evolution from the Fourth Century B.C. to the Augustan Age," supervised by Professor Helena Fracchia of the University of Alberta

and

2) Michael Snowdon, for his thesis "Greek Freedom and Roman Hegemony: the Transaction of Roman Rule in the Greek East, 201 BCE-14 CE," supervised by Professor Claude Eilers of McMaster University.

I am very grateful to the members of the Adjudication Committee for their professionalism and collegiality: Brad Levett (MUN), Council Member; Andrew Faulkner (Waterloo), Lea Stirling (Manitoba), and Léopold Migeotte (Laval), members-at-large of the Association.

The Adjudication Committee had several strong applications in this, the first year of the Prize, and the decision was a difficult one. It is a pleasure to see such stimulating graduate research in Classics across the country and so many promising graduate students in our profession. I encourage PhD-granting Departments across the country to put forward their best student again in two years' time, when the competition will run again.

Respectfully submitted,
Alison Keith FRSC
Past President, Classical Association of Canada 2012-2014

THE MARY WHITE PRIZE FOR BEST ARTICLE IN PHOENIX FOR 2012
PRIX MARY-WHITE POUR LE MEILLEUR ARTICLE DANS PHOENIX EN 2012

From / De Michele George

The Mary White Prize for Best Article in Phoenix for 2012 has been awarded to Dr. Emma Aston, University of Reading, for her article “Friends in High Places: The Stereotype of Dangerous Thessalian Hospitality in the Later Classical Period” in Phoenix volume 66.3-4, 247-271.

Emma Aston's “Friends in High Places: The Stereotype of Dangerous Thessalian Hospitality in the Later Classical Period” was a unanimous choice for the inaugural Mary White Prize.  There were a number of original and thought-provoking papers, but Aston’s contribution stood out for the quality and development of its argument, its sensitive reading of primary texts, and its engagement with a variety of scholarly debates.  Aston’s conclusions were thorough and convincing, and the judges believed her success in situating her study of a specific stereotype within the larger context of self-representation in classical Greek culture deserved particular recognition.

The winner of the prize receives $500.

Judges for this year’s prize, who were chosen from the Editorial board of Phoenix, were:

David Meban, University of Regina (Committee Chair)
Dominique Côté, University of Ottawa
Jack Mitchell, Dalhousie University

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« Friends in High Places: The Stereotype of Dangerous Thessalian Hospitality in the Later Classical Period » (Phoenix 66 : 247–271) de Mme Emma Aston, titulaire d'un doctorat et conférencière à l'Université de Reading, a été unanimement choisi pour le prix inaugural Mary White. Parmi les nombreuses contributions originales et stimulantes, celle de Mme Aston se distinguait par la qualité et l’étendue de son argumentation, par sa lecture sensible des sources et par sa capacité à s’attaquer aux sujets qui font débat dans le monde savant. Les conclusions auxquelles est arrivée Mme Aston étaient complètes et probantes. Un aspect particulièrement réussi de son texte méritait, aux yeux des juges, d’être souligné : Mme Aston a su situer de façon convaincante son étude d'un stéréotype précis dans le cadre plus large de la problématique entourant la représentation de soi dans la culture grecque classique.

Le lauréat reçoit un prix d’une valeur de 500 $.

Le jury du concours 2012 était constitué de membres issus du Conseil consultatif :

David Meban, Université de Regina (président du comité)
Dominique Côté, Université d'Ottawa
Jack Mitchell, Université Dalhousie

From the Editor / Du rédacteur

GRADUATE STUDENT CAUCUS
FACEBOOK PAGE

Graduate students are reminded that the Graduate Student Caucus of the CAC has its own Facebook page. Please follow this link:

https://www.facebook.com/GraduateStudentCaucus

[2] CCB Announcements / Annonces du BCÉA

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[3] Positions Available / Postes à combler

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
DEPARTMENT OF CLASSICS
LIMITED TERM APPOINTMENT

From Alison Keith

The Department of Classics at the University of Toronto invites applications for a Contractually Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor for one year, beginning 1 July 2013.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in the undergraduate language programs in Latin, as well as Roman history and culture courses in the classical civilization program, and maintain an active research program.

A completed PhD is required. A record of high quality scholarly research in the area of Roman history and demonstrated excellence in teaching Classics courses at the undergraduate level are required. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The deadline for applications is 28 June 2013.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply by clicking on the link below. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of excellence in teaching (including a statement of teaching philosophy), and a short description of the applicant's current research plans, and a sample of academic writing. All application materials should be submitted online.

The UofT application system can accommodate up to five attachments (10 MB) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.

Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters directly to Professor Christer Bruun, Chair, Dept. of Classics, University of Toronto, at chair.classics@utoronto.ca by the closing date, 28 June 2013. Inquiries about the application may be sent to chair.classics@utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Any enquiries concerning application should be directed to: chair.classics@utoronto.ca.

TRENT UNIVERSITY — OSHAWA CAMPUS
ANCIENT HISTORY & CLASSICS
FULL-YEAR COURSE

From Kathy Axcell

The Department of Ancient History & Classics at Trent University seeks a dynamic and versatile instructor for The Trojan War (AHCL 1000Y-OSH), a two-term (September 2013 to April 2014) course at our Oshawa campus.

This course provides an introduction to the sub-disciplines of Classical Studies, as illustrated through study of the Trojan War and its legacy through to the present day. Over the duration of the course, students read the Iliad, Odyssey, and Aeneid, and also learn about the archaeological and cultural contexts of the War’s alleged date, the Trojan War’s influence on Greek and Roman history and material culture, and reception to the stories in post-antique and recent times.

For more information on the position and how to apply, please see the full ad at http://www.trentu.ca/dean/ptfaculty_ahc.php (posting #13-366). The deadline is June 25, 2013.

[4] Calls for Papers; Conference & Lecture Announcements / Conférences; appels à communications

From / De Paul Schubert

Le 14e Congrès international des études classiques, patronné par la FIEC, se tiendra à Bordeaux en 2014. Pour télécharger la deuxième circulaire et pour d'autres renseignements :

http://fiec2014.sciencesconf.org

Paul Schubert (Secrétaire général de la FIEC)

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The 14th International Congress of Classical Studies, sponsored by FIEC, will take place in Bordeaux in 2014. For up-to-date information, including the latest "circular"/newsletter:

http://fiec2014.sciencesconf.org

Paul Schubert (FIEC Secretary General)

"DECISION"
A CONFERENCE SPONSORED BY CACW & CAPN
March 14-15, 2014, Vancouver, BC
Plenary Speaker: Adriaan Lanni, Professor of Law, Harvard Law School

From David Mirhady

Whether a political figure faces a decision affecting the safety and prosperity of an ancient city-state, a literary figure concludes (an often mistaken) decision in a tragedy, a judge decides the guilt or innocence of a litigant, or an artist tries to achieve some work of merit, the concept of "decision" pervades many aspects of the cultural life of a society. Philosophers have explored such merging of general, abstract notions to the need for action in specific situations. Oracular pronouncements are sought for divine guidance. Systems of selection are devised. All test notions of innovation and leadership.

Papers are sought on all aspects classical antiquity. Panel submissions will be welcome, and brief (up to 3 minute) responses will be sought for each paper. (Please signal your readiness to give a response.)

Submit abstracts (up to 200 words) by October 15th, to David Mirhady, Department of Humanities, Simon Fraser University (dmirhady@sfu.ca).

Adriaan Lanni’s publications include Law and Justice in the Courts of Classical Athens (CUP 2006) and articles on ancient law and the modern criminal jury. She is currently completing a book manuscript, Law and Order in Ancient Athens, for Cambridge University Press. Before joining Harvard Law School in 2005, she was a junior fellow at the Harvard Society of Fellows and clerked for Judge Stephen Reinhardt of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and Justice Dana Fabe of the Alaska Supreme Court. She received a B.A. in Classical Civilization (Yale), an M.Phil. in Classics (Cambridge), a J.D. (Yale), and a Ph.D. in History (Michigan).

[5] Scholarships & Competitions / Bourses et concours

No announcements in this issue / Rien à signaler dans ce numéro-ci

[6] Summer Study, Field School, Online Courses / Cours d'été, écoles de terrain, cours "en ligne"

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[7] Varia (including members' new books / dont les nouveaux livres des membres)

UN NOUVEAU LIVRE / A NEW BOOK

De Pierre Bonnechere

Pierre Bonnechere & Renaud Gagné, éditeurs, Sacrifices humains: perspectives croisées et représentations / Human Sacrifice: Cross-cultural perspectives et representations, Presses universitaires de Liège, 2013, ISBN 978-2-87563-021-7.

VAN WYK LOUW'S DRAMA "GERMANICUS" TRANSLATED INTO ENGLISH

From Jo-Marie Claassen

Classicists and teachers of Latin or Ancient History may be interested in reading the downloadable English translation of the classic Afrikaans verse drama "Germanicus" by the late poet and essayist N.P. Van Wyk Louw, which was based on the first three books of Tacitus' Annales. I translated it into English and have given it an introduction. After trying for several years to find a publisher interested in verse drama, I have resorted to electronic publishing.

The book is available in several different formats from the distributor, Smashwords, at http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/314998

ADALYA XVII (2014): CALL FOR ARTICLES

The Editors of Adalya are calling for articles for issue XVII, to be published in 2014. The publishing principles can be found at this address:

http://www.akmedadalya.com/yayin_en.php