Submission Deadline: Friday 25 September 23:59 (BST) 2026
We are delighted to be heading to the University of Notre Dame’s London Campus, in the heart of the UK capital, from Friday 9 until Sunday 11 April 2027. This historic venue will host an unique CA Conference, as we offer an even greater range of sessions, increased digital access, a new booking system and some amazing sites and activities that London has to offer.
We are inviting everyone with an interest in our classical themes to participate in our Conference, whether you are an academic, a student, a teacher, an early-stage researcher, a professional in another sector, or an enthusiast, you can get involved as an attendee or a presenter. See below for details of the various formats designed to encourage participation from a wide range of speakers, across disciplines. We aim to foster a friendly and inclusive environment, in the hope that sessions will juxtapose speakers from different backgrounds, so that all can share ideas, challenges, and enthusiasms.
The programme will include daily keynote speakers and social events as well as interactive workshops and the opportunity to engage with exhibitors and experts. You can also look forward to the CA Teaching Awards, presentation of the CA Prize, and the 2027 Presidential Address with Professor Eleanor Dickey (University of Reading). Refreshments and merchandise will be provided. Delegates should source their own accommodation and will be advised about food options in the local area.
Our session types for 2027 are:
- Panels: comprising individual papers (20 minutes of presenting, followed by up to 10 minutes of questions) and/or lightning talks (5 minutes of presenting, followed by up to 10 minutes of questions). Panels may be pre-formed by the submitter or formed by the organisers from individual submissions.
- Workshops: comprising collaborative discussion, focused on a theme which may include a small number of short presentations or lightning talks
- Drop in symposia: 30 minute slots during lunch breaks for discussion around a topic, led by a Chair (e.g. careers progression, supporting ECRs, sharing pedagogical best practice, forming research groups)
- Plenaries: these will be pre-organised by the CA
Our key themes for 2027 are:
- Ancient Mythologies
- Classical Reception
- Fragments
- Historiography and Ancient History
- Peripheral Communities
- Roman Britain
- Teaching Classics with AI and New Technologies
- Women and Ancient Theatre
Your approach to these themes may be academic or pedagogical, or both. Click for more details.