Classics Students Attend Eta Sigma Phi Convention

Elana Sanders-Braxton, senior, presided over the business meetings as the national president (megale prytanis) of the organization for 2022-2023. Arreya Shaw, sophomore history and classical studies major, was elected as national treasurer (megale chrysophylax) for 2023-2024. Shane O’Donnell, junior classics and music major, provided piano accompaniment for the singing of the “Song for Eta Sigma Phi.”

This was the first in-person convention since 2019. Students were given the chance to interact with demos about ancient dress, stone carving, coins and weaponry, to compete in a classic’s trivia contest, listen to student papers, participate in business meetings and enjoy a modern re-telling of the “Medea.” The highlight of the event was making friends with other classics students from around the country.