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HONORS
Students who excel in the study of Greek and/or Latin after two semesters are eligible for induction, upon the recommendation of faculty members, into the Classics honor society Eta Sigma Phi, a nationwide student organization that promotes the study of Classics. Consult the undergraduate advisor for details.
AWARDS
Faculty nominate students for The Robert E. Dengler Classics Prize. This is awarded each spring to the year's "outstanding" student majoring in any area of Classical Studies. The Robert F. Dengler Classics Prize, established in honor of a long-time member of the Department of Classics faculty, is awarded to the student who has compiled the most outstanding academic record in any area of Classical Studies in the year of graduation. The prize includes a modest cash award and a copy of the commemorative volume compiled by his colleagues in honor of Dr. Dengler.
Faculty nominate students for The Benjamin F. Keller Latin Prize. This prize is awarded to the student who does superior work in Latin in his or her junior year. The Benjamin F. Keller Latin Prize is awarded to a student who has compiled a superior record in Latin studies in his or her third year. The award was established in memory of Mr. Keller in 1938. The recipient receives a copy of the Lewis and Short Latin Dictionary.
The Reverend Thomas Bermingham, S.J. Scholarship in the Classics was created by Penn State's football coach, Joe Paterno, honoring his high school Latin teacher. The Bermingham Scholarship provides recognition and financial assistance to full-time Penn State undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll in Greek and or Latin studies in the College of the Liberal Arts at University Park. Bermingham Scholarship are awarded on a competitive basis. See the undergraduate adviser or the associate head for the formal application form, which must be submitted (along with supporting documents) by early April.
The Eugene N. Borza Award in Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies honors and recognizes outstanding achievement by undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the College of the Liberal Arts at Penn State who are participating in the education abroad program in Athens. The award was created by and is named for Professor Emeritus of Ancient History Eugene N. Borza, an expert on Greek history-- particularly Macedonia and its rulers--who was a member of the Department of History faculty for many years and also served as Head of the Department of Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies. Professor Borza initiated the Athens Program and directed it for two years.
