Susan O. Shapiro

Susan O. Shapiro is an Associate Professor in the Department of History, Cultures, and Ideas at Utah State University. She teaches Greek and Latin languages, classical mythology, Greek intellectual history, and other courses on ancient history and culture. Previously, she served as the editor of Mediterranean Studies, a journal covering Mediterranean culture from antiquity to the present.

Education

• PhD, Classics, University of Texas at Austin, 1992
• MA, Classics, Brown University, 1982
• BA, History, University of Rochester, 1974

Research Focus

Her research spans ancient Mediterranean studies with emphasis on:

• Greek and Roman literary traditions
• Reception of classical works in modern contexts
• Pedagogical approaches to Latin instruction
• Mythological narratives and their cultural impact

She is currently researching the Seven Sages of ancient Greece, exploring their philosophical contributions and historical significance.