Classicist Alden Smith has become director of the honors program at Baylor (among other things):

Baylor University President Robert B. Sloan Jr. has announced the appointment of Dr. Alden Smith as director of the Honors Program and associate dean in the Honors College. 

 Smith will succeed the late F. Ray Wilson, the program’s first director and longtime professor of biology, who passed away in July while with a study abroad program in Italy. While serving in his new role, Smith will continue as chair of the classics department and director of the University Scholars program for the 2004-05 academic year. 

“It is an honor to succeed so dynamic and inspiring a person as Ray Wilson as director of the Honors Program and to have the opportunity to work closely as an associate dean with Tom Hibbs, dean of the Honors College,” Smith said. “The Honors Program, now 45 years old, has long been a vital part of the university’s goal of educating students for a life of service and faith. Working with the great team that we already have in place, I hope to be able to enhance and develop the learning community in the Honors Program and the entire Honors College. Cicero once said that honor nourishes the arts, and our goal will be to infuse the spirit of that statement into every aspect of the Honors College.” 

 “Although we remain deeply saddened by the loss of Ray Wilson, we have in Alden Smith someone who shares Ray’s enormous enthusiasm for teaching and for collaborative research between faculty and students,” Hibbs said. “Alden has helped turn the Baylor classics department into one of the best in the entire country. We have every confidence that the Honors Program will enjoy similar success under his direction.” 

 A Pennsylvania native, Smith studied for two years at the Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies in Rome before receiving his bachelor’s degree magna cum laude from Dickinson College in 1981. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Vermont in 1983 and his doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania in 1990. Smith’s teaching career began at Vermont, followed by appointments at Penn and Rutgers University, where he was an assistant professor from 1990-94. He joined the Baylor classics faculty in 1994 and has served as chair of the classics department since 1999 and director of the University Scholars program since 2000. 

 A member of Phi Beta Kappa, Smith’s scholarly interests are in Latin poetry, specifically the poetry of Virgil and Ovid. His books include “Poetic Allusion and Poetic Embrace in Ovid and Virgil,” published in 1997 by the University of Michigan Press, and “The Primacy of Vision in Virgil’s Aeneid,” which will be published in 2005 by the University of Texas Press. In addition to his own research, he has directed numerous Honors theses on topics ranging from C.S. Lewis to Greek history and works closely with students in planning their schedules and careers. He also serves as director of the Baylor in Italy summer study-abroad program. [more]

Congrats!

The author of a column in the Daily Nation (Barbados) inter alia eulogizes his former Latin teacher:

The classroom of Latin master, Keith King, alias KK, who passed away last week, was a haven of adventure.

When KK wasn’t taking us on an intriguing exploration into the mind and strategies of Quintus Fabius Maximus, he’d be crossing the Alps to face the Carthaginian Wars alongside General Hannibal himself.

Or, you could find yourself sailing across oceans with Aeneas or Odysseus; unless, of course, you were caught up in the heat of battle during the Siege of Troy.

These adventures provided lifelong lessons, preparing us for dangers like trickery and the bewitching potential of beautiful women, and reinforcing us with positive examples of leadership and the value of remaining focussed.

Amid all this, KK carried himself with impeccable flair – combining the culture of the ancient Roman language with the sophistry of more modern, worldly pursuits.

So filled with intriguing tales and laughter were those Latin classes that when about five of us passed it at “O” Level, we asked KK if we could continue to study it in the sixth form. He was happy but unsure about the “A” Level timetable.

On checking with the then Deputy Headmaster Charlie Pilgrim, therefore, we were informed that Latin had not been taught at Advanced Level for many years, causing us to leave his office dejected – my lone consolation being the fact that I had topped the school’s exam marks in Latin and French.

Thank you, KK, for being part of what made Combermere an amazingly unique experience.

Sunt lacrimae rerum et mentem mortalia tangunt. Rest in peace.

September 2005, Tenure-track Assistant Professor ($43,377-$49,886).  Salary may be higher depending upon qualifications, experience and increases in the appropriately established compensation plan.  Teach courses in modern and classical Greek language and literatures.  Teach courses in History or Literature of Hellenism (ancient, Byzantine, modern) and courses in the General Studies curriculum.  Teaching load is six four-hour courses per year. Ph.D. required with college-level teaching experience preferred. Specialization in Modern Greek language (with native or near-native fluency) and literatures with strong background in classical Greek and Greek history.  Send letter of application with teaching philosophy, C.V., and three letters of recommendation to Kenneth Dollarhide, Dean of Arts and Humanities, AAxx, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, PO  Box 195, Pomona, NJ  08240-0195.  Stockton is an AA/EOE.

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D. V. Grammenos, E. K. Petropoulos (edd.), Ancient Greek Colonies in the Black Sea.

William Hansen, Handbook of Classical Mythology.

Emanuele Narducci (ed.), Cicerone tra antichi e moderni. Atti del IV Symposium Ciceronianum Arpinas.

Term: Early September to June 1, to coincide with the American School's academic year.  It is expected that the applicant will maintain a physical presence at the Wiener Laboratory.

Compensation: Maximum $35,000 for ten-month project.  (Projects of shorter duration may be considered).

Qualifications: Postdoctoral scholars and professionals in fields relevant to the research interests of the Wiener Laboratory of the American School, including: physical anthropology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology and environmental sciences.

Application:
a)  Cover letter naming the applicant, current research interests, and title and brief description of the proposed research project.
b)  Statement (up to 3,500 words) of the proposed research project to be completed during the term of the professorship, including research goals, explicit methodology to be used and relevant bibliography, materials and collections to be studied, timetable and publication schedule, equipment/resources needed while at the Wiener Laboratory, and the reasons the project should occur in Athens at the Wiener Laboratory.
c)  Copies of permit(s) from relevant authorities and letters of permission from excavation or project directors to study proposed materials.
d)  One page description of proposed Wiener Laboratory contribution to the academic program. Candidates who can enrich the teaching mission of the School, by offering seminars, field trips or other contributions, will be particularly welcome.
e)  Budget. Itemize in as much detail as possible, including living and research expenses.
f)   Curriculum vitae with list of publications.
g)  Two letters of reference from scholars in the field commenting on the value and feasibility of the project.

Applications should be postmarked no later than November 15, 2004.

Dr. Sherry C. Fox, Director
Wiener Laboratory
American School of Classical Studies at Athens
54 Souidias St.
Athens GR106-76 Greece
e-mail: sfox@ascsa.edu.gr

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment.

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Two Positions

Term: Summer 2006.

Compensation: Stipend commensurate with rank: ranging from $6,000 to $8,000 plus travel and expenses.

Qualifications: Former membership in the School.  At least two years' teaching in a post-secondary educational institution.  Qualified applicants in all areas of classics, including history, art history, languages, and archaeology, are encouraged to apply.  Some knowledge of modern Greek. Stamina, good health and a sense of humor.  Further information posted on the ASCSA web site: www.ascsa.edu.gr.

Duties: To plan the itinerary, in consultation with the staff in Athens, at least six months prior to the session.  To collaborate with the Committee on the Summer Sessions in membership selection.  To correspond with members concerning travel, equipment, academic requirements, etc.  To supervise all aspects of the program in Greece, including teaching, coordinating with on-site expert lecturers, keeping a detailed log of the sessions, and submitting a report to the Director.

Application: A letter of application, a curriculum vitae and three letters of support should be sent to:

Prof. Timothy F. Winters
Chair, Committee on the Summer Sessions
Austin Peay State University
Dept. of Languages & Literature
P.O. Box 4487
Clarksville, TN 37044
winterst@apsu.edu

POSTMARK DEADLINE:  JANUARY 15, 2005.
The appointments will be announced by March 15, 2005.

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment.

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Two Positions

Term: Early September 2005, to June 1, 2006.

Compensation: $24,000, plus round-trip airfare, housing and board at the School.

Qualifications: Managing Committee Member or staff member at a Cooperating Institution; a research project which utilizes the facilities of the School and enriches the academic program of the School.

Duties: None.  (Whitehead Professors, however, traditionally make use of the opportunity, which their presence at the School affords to offer a seminar during the winter term on the subject of their expertise or contribute to the academic program in some other significant way.)

Application:
a) Curriculum vitae, list of publications, and names of three referees.
b) Statement of current and projected research.
c) One page description of proposed seminar or other contribution to the academic program.
d) Account of the frequency and length of earlier visits to Greece.
e) Applicants may be asked to interview at the annual AIA/APA meetings.

Send application to:
Professor Kevin Clinton
Chair, Committee on Personnel
American School of Classical Studies at Athens
6-8 Charlton Street
Princeton, NJ 08540-5232.
Tel: 609-683-0800  Fax: 609-924-0578
E-mail: ascsa@ascsa.org  Web site: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr

POSTMARK DEADLINE:  NOVEMBER 15, 2004.
The appointments will be announced May 15, 2005.

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment.

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The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applicants with strengths in teaching and research and with proven experience in Greece for an appointment as Rhys Carpenter Faculty Fellow in Classical Studies.  The appointment, which begins July 1, 2005, is for a one- or two-year term and is not renewable. Candidates must have the Ph.D.  Preference will be given to those who are within seven years of having received the Ph.D. at the time of appointment and who currently hold a position at a North American university.  The area of specialization is open; however, the School does not wish to duplicate, but rather to complement the expertise of its staff.  Approximately one-half time during the academic year (September through May) will be available for research, and one half-time will be devoted to teaching and related duties, such as leading field trips, advising and directing students in individual research, and planning the academic program. The Faculty Fellow will be expected to contribute generally to the intellectual life of the School. The applicant should provide a description of the research project which he or she intends to carry out at the School. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits and housing allowance.

A letter of application, a curriculum vitae, project description (up to three pages in length), and three letters of recommendation should be sent to:

Professor Kevin Clinton
Chair, Committee on Personnel
American School of Classical Studies at Athens
6-8 Charlton Street
Princeton, NJ 08540-5232.
Tel: 609-683-0800  Fax: 609-924-0578
E-mail: ascsa@ascsa.org  Web site: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr

POSTMARK DEADLINE:  NOVEMBER 15, 2004.
The appointment will be announced May 15, 2005.

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment.

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