Richard Hawley

Richard Hawley is a Senior Lecturer (Teaching Focussed) in the Department of Classics at Royal Holloway, University of London, with additional affiliations to the Hellenic Institute, Centre for Oratory and Rhetoric (COR), and Gender Institute. With nearly 25 years of experience, he teaches Greek and Latin language, literature, and social history at all levels, integrating transferable skills training and employability initiatives.

His research centers on identity construction in antiquity, including gender, ethnicity, and rhetoric, with current projects on Plutarch's Banquet of the Seven Sages and a monograph about gender sources. He also explores classical reception in cinema, music, and education.

Hawley's publications (2013-2016) reflect interdisciplinary trends, combining gender studies, social history, and digital media. Key themes include ancient family structures, cultural aesthetics, and public engagement through podcasts.

Awards recognizing his contributions include:

• College Team Teaching Prize 'Excellence Award' (2021)
• Royal Holloway Student Union 'Apple for the Teacher' award (won 3 times, nominated 4 times)

As Deputy Head for Student Experience, he coordinates departmental outreach, work placements, and the CLASS initiative for teachers. He also supervises postgraduate research in classical reception and Greek literature.