Eta Sigma Phi

Eta Sigma Phi (ΗΣΦ) is a Classics Honorary Society for students of Latin and/or Greek. As stated in its Constitution, the purpose of the society is:

• to develop and promote interest in classical study among the students of colleges and universities;
• to promote closer fraternal relationship among students who are interested in classical study, including inter-campus relationships;
• to engage generally in an effort to stimulate interest in classical study, and in the history, art, and literature of ancient Greece and Rome.

The Zeta Tau chapter of Eta Sigma Phi is open to all students who (1) who have taken a semester of either ancient Greek or Latin at Pitt and earned a grade of a B or above. Being a Classics major is NOT a requirement to join Eta Sigma Phi.

The Pitt chapter has been dormant for many years, which is why this is a wonderful opportunity for students to be a part of the rebirth of a truly special organization! Likewise, joining Eta Sigma Phi could be advantageous for students in a variety of ways.

The national organization provides students with scholarship opportunities to travel abroad, funding semesters at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens, the American Academy in Rome, and the Vergilian Society at Cumae, as well as funding fieldwork opportunities for those interested in archaeology. Eta Sigma Phi publishes papers written by undergraduates in Nuntius, its very own journal, and perhaps most exciting of all, hosts an annual convention for ancient Greek and Latin students from around the country to meet and attend seminars, present papers, and immerse themselves in the world of Classics academia!

If you would like more information, please contact Professor Ellen Cole Lee.

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