In Memoriam: Dr. Peter Green
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
This article announcing the passing of Dr. Peter Green was written by his long-time University of Iowa Department of Classics colleague and friend, Dr. John Finamore.
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This fund assists the University of Iowa Department of Classics in fulfilling its mission to educate students about the classical world and its literature.
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News and Announcements
Dr. Robert Cargill on the passing of Prof. Jay Holstein
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The DEO of the Department of Classics mourns the loss of his dear friend and colleague, Professor Jay Holstein from the Department of Religious Studies.
Prof. Robert Cargill and Prairie Lights host Prof. Chris Hoklotubbe
Monday, November 17, 2025
Come and hear Dr. Hoklotubbe discuss his new book, "Reading the Bible on Turtle Island: An Invitation to Indigenous Interpretation."
Open positions in Egyptology and Latin and Roman Civilization
Thursday, October 23, 2025
We are excited to announce two open positions at the University of Iowa's Department of Classics: a tenure track Assistant Professor position in Egyptology and an Assistant Professor of Instruction position in Latin and Roman Civilization.