Meeting the President

6/26/2019

Savete!

Today we had cookies with the president of Randolph-Macon College. He gave a heartfelt speech about the importance of the classics and the opportunities a liberal arts college affords students. Afterwards students received free shirts before we proceeded to compete in a riveting round of trivia. Classes continue like normal, providing a rigorous yet fun environment for developing Latin. Tomorrow, however, we will be taking a break from classes to go into Richmond to study ancient influences on modern architecture.

Speaking of architecture...

We took some time today to create sculptures and other works of art inspired by our respective provinces. Laughter, stories, and friendships were also being sculpted.

We also took the time to sit down and listen to a guest speaker, Dr. Amy Cohen, who talked about Greek dramas and the masks worn by ancient performers. She even brought in her own masks made for the performances her own classes put on. We have pictures but they're not yet ready, so tune in tomorrow to see them and read about our exploits in Richmond. One more big thanks to the President Robert Lindgren and Dr. Amy Cohen.

Tune in for field trips photos tomorrow, but for now, VALETE!!!

<3 Hannah and Hannah <3

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This blog will document the MMXIX session of the Virginia Governor's Latin Academy. After elections are held, the aediles will be responsible for its upkeep.

Contact Us
Email: valatinacademy@gmail.comOffice Phone: (804) 496-1589
Mailing Address:
(student's name)
c/o Governor's Latin Academy
Randolph-Macon College
P.O. Box 5005
Ashland, VA 23005

GLA Checklists
Download these and use them to help with packing:
GLA Clothing Checklist
GLA Essentials Checklist
GLA School Supplies & Optional Checklist

Suggested Texts-
NOT REQUIRED
Again, these are not required and I would only get one from each category, if any.
Latin Lexicons
a.  Conversational Latin for Oral Proficiency
b.  Cassell's Concise Latin-English, English-Latin Dictionary
c.  Collins Latin Concise Dictionary
Greek Texts/Lexicons
a.  Athenaze, Book I
b.  From Alpha to Omega
c.  Alpha is for Anthropos
d.  Pocket Oxford Classical Greek Dictionary
Translation Texts
a.  Iliad
Daily Life Books
a.  Everyday Life in Ancient Rome
b.  Peoples of the Roman World
c.  A Day in the Life of Ancient Rome
d.  Daily Life in the Roman City

Vestes Romanae
You will need Roman clothing for several of our activities. You might not always have much time between these events, so you might want to bring more than one outfit.
Patterns
An Overview I & II
Simple Tunica, Stola, and Palla Patterns
Legio XX's Civilian Clothing
Another Simple Dress Pattern
Greek Patterns
Simple Tunic and Toga Patterns
Peplos Pattern
Legio XX's Military Clothing

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