Call for papers for Classical Reception Studies Network (CRSN) PGR and ECR workshop: Criticality and Crises in Classical Reception
16 June 2026, University of Reading
Postgraduate Researchers and Early Career Academics based in the UK and working in the field of classical reception studies to submit proposals for 5-10 minute lightning presentations on the theme: Criticality and Crises in Classical Reception.
This one-day workshop will take place at the University of Reading on 16 June 2026 and invites speakers to reflect on developments in the field of Classical Reception Studies from the perspective of today’s polycrisis: political; ecological; social; and the crises of UK HE. The theme showcases the capacity for Classical Reception Studies to speak to and address contemporary issues, particularly those that disproportionately impact marginalized groups.
Priority will be given to scholars that are underrepresented in traditional academic spaces and to interdisciplinary approaches that will develop the field in new directions and promote novel approaches to research and teaching in Classical Reception studies.
Abstracts of up to 200 words, together with a short bio of up to 200 words (including full name, contact information, affiliation, and career stage), should be submitted to s.agbamu@reading.ac.uk and polly.stoker@winchester.ac.uk by 4 May 2026.
A limited amount of funding will be made available to those without access to research funds to help cover travel costs. Details on how to apply will be released once the programme is finalised.
Samuel Agbamu (University of Reading)
Polly Stoker (University of Winchester)
Note: this is not a Classical Association event – please contact the organisers directly with any enquiries.