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Welcome.
I am an Assistant Professor of Latin Literature at the University of Ioannina, specializing in Latin poetry, gender and law in antiquity, and the modern reception of classical texts in literature and performance.
My research explores how Greco-Roman myths — particularly those centered on women — speak to contemporary questions of justice, memory, and identity. Through teaching, writing, and international collaboration, I engage with the classical world not as a distant past, but as a vibrant dialogue partner in today’s conversations on gender, culture, and social change.
Thank you for visiting. I invite you to explore my publications, research projects, and academic news.
Stella Alekou
About
I study Latin poetry and myth through the lenses of gender, law, and reception. My work bridges antiquity and the present, exploring how classical texts continue to shape cultural identity and debates today.
Publications
I have published monographs, articles, and edited volumes on Latin poetry, gender, and reception. My work also includes collaborative projects that connect classical texts with modern thought.
Research
My research focuses on Latin literature, especially Ovid, with an emphasis on law, gender, and reception. I also study the afterlife of classical texts, from the Renaissance to modern feminist adaptations.
Teaching
I combine close philological analysis of Latin texts with interdisciplinary approaches that highlight questions of gender, law, and cultural reception. My teaching is interactive and creative, encouraging students to connect classical literature with contemporary debates.
News
Updates on forthcoming talks, conferences, publications, and collaborative projects.
Contact
I welcome conversations about research, teaching, and collaboration. You can easily reach me through the message form on the Contact page.
