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David Petrain serves as Department Chair of Classical and Oriental Studies and Associate Professor of Classical Studies at Hunter College, City University of New York, while also acting as MA Advisor for the Classics Division's Graduate Program. His academic leadership spans undergraduate and graduate education within the department, which offers programs including the Bluhm Scholars Program, study abroad opportunities, and Eta Sigma Phi Honorary Society activities.
Education:
- PhD in Classical Philology from Harvard University
Research Interests: His scholarly work centers on Latin Poetry, Hellenistic Greek Literature, and Roman Visual Culture within the broader discipline of Classics. He examines intersections between literary production and material culture in antiquity, particularly investigating how visual media influenced textual creation in the Roman world. This research bridges philological analysis with art historical methodologies to reconstruct ancient cultural ecosystems.
Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text.
Advising and Grants: As designated MA Advisor, Petrain mentors Master's students through thesis development and academic progression within the Classics Graduate Program. The source material contains no references to research grants, funding awards, or sponsored projects associated with his work.
