Amy Pistone

Dr. Amy Pistone is an Associate Professor and Department Co-Chair of Classical Civilizations at Gonzaga University. She holds a Ph.D. in Classical Studies from the University of Michigan (2017) and a B.A. in Classical Languages from UC Berkeley (2008). Her research focuses on Greek tragedy, feminist theory, and the intersection of classical antiquity with modern issues such as social justice and pop culture. She actively promotes inclusive pedagogy and has published work on postcolonial reception of Greek tragedy and Amazon imagery in lesbian separatist communities.

Education:

• Ph.D., Classical Studies, University of Michigan (2017)
• B.A., Classical Languages, UC Berkeley (2008)

Research Interests:

• Analysis of Greek tragedy in 5th-century Athenian society
• Gendered modes of prophecy in classical texts
• Modern adaptations of classical themes in media
• Inclusive teaching practices in classics

Professional Affiliations:

• Member of the Women’s Classical Caucus Executive Team
• Co-chair of the Classics and Social Justice group

She maintains an active presence in academic outreach through podcasts (e.g., Let’s Talk About Myths, Baby!, Inside Classics), blogs, and social media (@apistone). Her work emphasizes accessibility and equity in the study of classics.