Sean Corner

Sean Corner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classics and Associate Dean (Academic) in the Faculty of Humanities at McMaster University. His research focuses on Archaic and Classical Greek political society, particularly the social structure of the polis. He integrates literary and material evidence to explore civic identity formation through sympotic rituals. Current projects include a monograph analyzing Greek banquets' role in shaping citizenship. Dr. Corner holds a B.A. (Hons) from Oxford University and a Ph.D. from Princeton University.

Research emphasizes the interplay between private/public life in ancient Greek democracy, with particular attention to how communal dining practices reinforced civic values. Teaching specialties include Greek intellectual history, gender studies in antiquity, and political theory. Active in public lectures linking ancient thought to contemporary political philosophy and moral psychology.

Scholarly work spans over 40 publications including peer-reviewed articles, book reviews, and edited volumes. Recent presentations address topics like 'Ancient Greek Aristocracy' and 'Thucydidean Moment' analogies to modern governance challenges. No recorded grants or major awards explicitly listed in profile materials.