Eta Sigma Phi fosters classical learning on campus

Pictured: Eta Sigma Phi members at the UGA Homecoming parade 

Eta Sigma Phi, the on-campus Greek and Latin Honors society, celebrated the induction of four new members this semester. The society has fostered classical learning on campus through books sales, promoting Greek and Latin authors like Cicero, Homer, Euripides, etc. and other scholarly textbooks on ancient history, archeology, and art. The organization increased our visibility on campus by participating in Homecoming and designing a UGA Classics banner. Members of Eta Sigma Phi participated in the Homecoming parade by wearing togas and laurels, presenting a “UGA Classics” banner and partnering with the Senior Classical League.  

Within the society, members have presented research PowerPoints on our recent theme: Classics in the Classic City: Connecting Our Past and Present. Several students presented topics on their thoughts of modern adaptations of classical texts and myths and the application of ancient philosophies on the modern-day.  

Overall, Eta Sigma Phi strives to keep the ancient traditions, values, and virtues alive in the modern day by encouraging members to share their scholarly work and creative ideas on campus.