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EMORY UNIVERSITY – ATLANTA, GA
Department of Classics at Emory University seeks to fill a one-year position for a full-time visiting instructor of Classics beginning in August 2008 through May 2009. The candidate should be qualified to teach Latin, Greek, and Classical civilization at all levels and show evidence of strong teaching ability. Ph.D. preferred. The teaching load is five courses a year and will include Elementary Latin I and II and a survey course on Greek literature and civilization. The other two courses are likely to be a course on Classical Drama and a small advanced seminar in an area of particular interest to the applicant. Candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and dossier including graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation and documentation of teaching ability to Louise Pratt, Chair, Department of Classics, 221F Candler Library, 550 Asbury Circle, Emory University, Atlanta GA 30322. Materials may also be faxed (404) 727-0223 or e-mailed (lpratt@emory.edu). Review of applications will begin May 30, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates who will be attending the Feminism and Classics conference and would like to talk to a departmental representative should e-mail Louise Pratt (lpratt@emory.edu) prior to the conference to express interest and provide contact information. Emory University is an EEO/AA employer.

Betty Gage Holland Chair in Roman History: The Department of History at Emory University invites nominations and applications for the newly endowed Betty Gage Holland Chair in Roman History. The department seeks an outstanding scholar with a distinguished record of publication, teaching, and service. Scholars at the level of full professor in all periods of Roman history, including Late Antiquity, are welcome to apply. Ability to contribute to both the undergraduate and graduate programs in ancient history is required. A letter of application, c.v., and the names and addresses of three referees should be sent to James L. Roark, Chair, Department of History, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322. Review of applications will begin in August, 2008. Emory University is an EEO/AA employer.