Teresa Danze

Teresa Danze, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Chair of Classics at the University of Dallas. She specializes in the language, performance of Athenian tragedy, and emotion in Archaic/Classical Greek poetry. Her research explores the reception and adaptation of Greek/Roman drama across cultures.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Classical Languages and Literature (2012), University of Chicago
• AM in Classical Languages and Literatures (2005), University of Chicago
• BA in Drama and Classics (2001), University of Dallas

Academic Roles:

• Chair of Classics Department (current)
• Associate Professor (2022–present)
• Assistant Professor (2015–2021)
• Adjunct/Instructor roles at UD and University of Chicago (2004–2015)

Research & Awards:

• Recipient of King Haggar Scholar Award (2016)
• Ephron Research Scholarship (2011–2012)
• Focus on pity in tragedy and emotional dynamics in ancient texts

Teaching & Engagement:

• Recent courses include Roman Lyric, Greek Tragedy, and Seneca
• Active in academic conferences (CAMWS, CAB) and public lectures on classical themes

Publications:

• Peer-reviewed articles in American Journal of Philology and Classical Journal
• Contributions to Didaskalia and Classical Review
• Translations for Living Latin series (forthcoming)