Latin and Classics Teachers of Maine, You are cordially invited to the Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting on Saturday, November 7th, at Bowdoin College (Mills, Room 210). Each year, the Maine Classical Association hosts two meetings, one in the fall and one in the spring. The fall meeting often features talks by Maine professors on current or recent research, while at… Read more →
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Save the Dates (Bis)
Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting: The Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting will be held on Saturday, November 7th, at Bowdoin College. We’ve got an excellent slate of speakers lined up at Bowdoin, including a student panel. We might even have time to visit the museum! More details concerning our speakers, schedule, and the registration process will follow. We look forward… Read more →
MCA Annual Summer Reading Event
It’s that time of year! The Maine Classical Association will host another summer Latin reading session on Thursday, July 23 (11am-3pm). We will be continuing our exploration of Latin literature of the Imperial period as we take a look at two controversial figures: Nero and Suetonius. We will be meeting once again at an MCA member’s house in Bowdoinham. It’s going to be a… Read more →
MCA Spring 2026 Meeting
Latin and Classics Teachers of Maine, You are cordially invited to the Maine Classical Association Spring Meeting on Saturday, May 30th, at Waterville High School. We have an exciting deep-dive into pedagogy this spring. Mike Nerdhal will share game designs and strategies sure to boost engagement as we move into the last part of the school year. Following that, Ross… Read more →
Mark Your Calendars: MCA 2026 Spring Meeting
2025 Fall Meeting Recap: In Our Barbie Era
As details continue to be settled behind the scenes in preparation for the MCA’s Spring Meeting (stay tuned!), let’s take a brief look back at the Mediterranean journey that was the 2025 Fall Meeting at Colby College. Rebecca Frank of Colby College made our starting point the ancient kingdom of Lydia, focusing our attention specifically on the legend of King… Read more →
CANE 2025 Writing Contest Results
Every year, the Classical Association of New England (CANE) hosts a writing contest for middle and high school Classics students. Schools send submissions to their CANE state representative to be judged. Top state winners go on to compete among the larger New England area. The final winner is invited to CANE’s Annual Meeting to publicly share their winning essay. The… Read more →
Updates: MCA Fall 2025 Meeting
Don’t Forget to Register! There is still time to register here for the MCA Fall 2025 Meeting at Colby College (Bixler 219 – best parking is in Roberts Lot) this Saturday! Preregistration at 8:30, official start at 9, an optional lunch ($20), and three amazing talks, including a presentation by a group of undergraduate students. Come and support the next… Read more →
Your Invitation to the MCA 2025 Fall Meeting
Latin and Classics Teachers of Maine, You are cordially invited to the Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting on Saturday, November 8th, at Colby College (Bixler 219). This fall, our presenters will be taking their audience on a scholarly journey across the Ancient Mediterranean, diving into such places as Lydia, the ancient Peloponnese, and ancient Tuscany. Rebecca Frank, of Colby College, will lead us in… Read more →
MCA Fall Meeting – Diem Serva!
The Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting will be held onSaturday, November 8th, at Colby College. More details concerning our speakers, schedule, and the registration process will follow. We look forward to seeing you and are continually honored by your commitment to the Classics and this association. Read more →