Carman Romano

Carman Romano serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Greek, Latin and Classical Studies at Bryn Mawr College, where he teaches courses bridging classical languages with interdisciplinary cultural analysis since 2021.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Classics from The Ohio State University

Romano's research investigates the intersections of literary form and cultural identity in antiquity, with primary focus on Greek poetic traditions. His work examines how early epic and hymns construct mythological frameworks, while extending into analyses of religious practices including mystery cults. Contemporary theoretical lenses applied to gender, sexuality, and horror narratives reveal enduring patterns in ancient storytelling. This multifaceted approach positions Classical Studies as a dynamic field for examining human experience across temporal boundaries.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards documented in available sources

Romano maintains active scholarly engagement through publications and course development, with no current advisees or grant programs specified in institutional records. His academic journey began at Haverford College where Latin enrollment—initially fulfilling distribution requirements—sparked a lifelong engagement with classical philology and religious studies.

Based in Old Library Room 248, he is accessible via email cromano1@brynmawr.edu or phone 610-526-5660, with expanded professional materials hosted at carmanromanophd.com.