What can ancient civilizations teach us about the challenges of the present day? That question brought together more than 200 academics, diplomats, and cultural experts from over 20 countries this month at the Second World Conference of Classics in Athens, Greece.
Centred on the theme “Dialogue Between Ancient and Modern: Contemporary Inspirations from Classical Wisdom”, the conference explored how classical studies can inform contemporary discussions on technology, governance, justice, and other pressing global issues.
Dr. Hallie Marshall, Associate Professor of Theatre Studies, was invited to present her paper, A Brief Reflection on Time, Technology, and the Cost of Classical Knowledge, as part of the salon Classical Wisdom and the Limits of Technology within the Forum on Technology and Civilization: Humanism in the Age of Digital Intelligence.
The conference examined how the study of the ancient world can serve as a bridge between past and present, offering new perspectives on contemporary social and technological challenges. It was co-organized by the Chinese School of Classical Studies in Athens and the Academy of Athens, with support from the governments of China and Greece.
