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Jaclyn Neel is an Associate Professor in the College of the Humanities at Carleton University, affiliated with the Department of Classics and Religious Studies. She holds a B.A. from Columbia University and a combined M.A./Ph.D. in Classics and Ancient History from the University of Toronto. Her academic work bridges classical scholarship, historiography, and cultural studies.
- B.A., Columbia University
- M.A./Ph.D., University of Toronto (Collaborative Program in Ancient History)
- TESL-Canada Diploma, 2011
Her research focuses on Roman mythology, political discourse, and the legacy of antiquity in modern culture. She explores how myths like those of Romulus, Tarpeia, and early kingship were used to shape Roman identity and political ideology. Her work combines literary analysis, historical interpretation, and gender theory, particularly in examining concepts like toxic masculinity and republican values.
Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in analyzing mythic narratives within historical texts, especially in how figures such as Tarpeia or the Vibennae reflect broader societal concerns about loyalty, gender, and power. She frequently publishes in leading journals like Journal of Roman Studies, Mnemosyne, and Classical Quarterly, and has authored two major monographs: Legendary Rivals (2014) and Early Rome: Myth and Society (2017). Her scholarship often engages with interdisciplinary themes, including memory studies, rhetoric, and reception theory.
Jaclyn Neel teaches a range of courses including Rise of the Roman Empire, Rome of the Caesars, and multiple levels of Latin language instruction. She contributes to academic life through course development, student mentorship, and participation in departmental events and publications.
