Classics Society

Best Society Event
2nd Place 2024/2025 (Trip to Athens January 2025)

Best Small Society
3rd Place 2024/2025

Best Video
3rd Place 2024/2025 (Classics Society International Trip to Athens )

Ancient Greece and Rome made fun!

Latest News 3

Lecture by Dr Kieran McGroarty
The Classics Society cordially invites you to a lecture hosted by none other than our very own Dr Kieran McGroarty! Hi topic of choice is, ‘To the Victor the Spoils: the strange behaviour of Alexander the Great’. We are beyond thrilled to have Dr McGroarty hold a talk for us, and are so excited to see you all there!  This event will be held on Thursday, October 23rd, from 6pm in TSI038!
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Tea and Coffee Hour
The Classics Society is so excited to announce the return of our weekly tea and coffee hour! This event will be held every Wednesday of Semester 1 (minus reading week), from 1pm - 3pm in Rye Events Space 1! Directions are kept in a highlight on our Instagram profile (@classicssoc), but if you have any questions feel free to reach out to us! We’re delighted to finally be able to see you all again on a weekly basis! :) 
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Classics Committee 2025/2026
The Classics Society is honoured to announce our brand new committee for the 2025/2026 academic year! Keep an eye out on our Instagram to learn more about each of our committee members! We are so excited for the upcoming year, and cannot wait to get back into the swing of things!
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Awards Roll of Honour
2024/2025 2nd place - Best Society Event
2024/2025 3rd place - Best Small Society
2024/2025 3rd place - Best Video
Upcoming Event 1
Only logged in / active Classics Society members can book / attend this event
Ancient Classics Lecture
Starts:
Thu 23rd Oct at 18:00
Ends:
at 20:00
Cost:
FREE
 Max:
50
IN-PERSON
Event
Location: TSI Building, Room 038


The Ancient Classics Society presents..

“To the Victor the Spoils : The Strange Behaviour of Alexander the Great” with Dr Kieran McGroarty

Join us for an unforgettable evening as Dr Kieran McGroarty, Associate Lecturer at Maynooth and proud member of our own very Ancient Classics Department, dives into the fascinating world of one of history’s most legendary ( and unpredictable ! ) conquerors. 

The lecture will take place : 

 Date : Thursday, 23rd October            Time : 6:00 - 7:00 PM                          Location : TSI Building, Room 038 

Come for the history , stay for the drama — and maybe leave with a whole new take on Alexander ! 

We can’t wait to see you there !               For any questions, feel free to drop us an email or reach out on out Instagram account :) 



Ancient Classics Lecture

Starts Thu 23rd Oct at 18:00
Ends at 20:00
Cost FREE
Max 50 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Event

Location: TSI Building, Room 038


The Ancient Classics Society presents..

“To the Victor the Spoils : The Strange Behaviour of Alexander the Great” with Dr Kieran McGroarty

Join us for an unforgettable evening as Dr Kieran McGroarty, Associate Lecturer at Maynooth and proud member of our own very Ancient Classics Department, dives into the fascinating world of one of history’s most legendary ( and unpredictable ! ) conquerors. 

The lecture will take place : 

 Date : Thursday, 23rd October            Time : 6:00 - 7:00 PM                          Location : TSI Building, Room 038 

Come for the history , stay for the drama — and maybe leave with a whole new take on Alexander ! 

We can’t wait to see you there !               For any questions, feel free to drop us an email or reach out on out Instagram account :) 



Weekly Activity 1
Only logged in / active Classics Society members can book / attend this activity
Tea & Coffee Hour
Day:
Wednesdays
Starts:
13:00
Ends:
15:00
 Max:
30
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: Rye Event Space 1

ATTENTION ALL CLASSICS MEMBERS????

Tea and Coffee hour is officially BACK!!

Every Wednesday, we will be hosting our T&Cs in Rye Events Space 1 from 1-3pm!

Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided, all we ask is that you bring your own cup in order to cut down on waste!

We can’t wait to see you all!!

Tea & Coffee Hour

Day Wednesdays
From 13:00, to 15:00
Cost FREE
Max 30 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: Rye Event Space 1

ATTENTION ALL CLASSICS MEMBERS????

Tea and Coffee hour is officially BACK!!

Every Wednesday, we will be hosting our T&Cs in Rye Events Space 1 from 1-3pm!

Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided, all we ask is that you bring your own cup in order to cut down on waste!

We can’t wait to see you all!!

About Classics Society

Maynooth University's Classics Society is set up by students for students with an interest in the Ancient World!


We welcome anyone with an interest in Ancient Greece & Rome, be it academic or personal, no matter what course you choose to study. So far we've a diverse range of students from Maths, English and Bio-Chem so please feel free to join in on our Weekly Activities and Events! Often the people who join our society are those with an interest in the ancient worlds of Greece, Rome, their myths and lifestyles! 

Our events range from movie and pizza nights, coffee mornings, pub quizzes and more!

Current Committee 9
President SARAH ELIZABETH MEANEY(She/Her)
Vice-President/Secretary GEORGINA KEMPIN
Treasurer Eon
Public Relations Officer Clodagh FITZGERALD
Events Officer GRETA OCCIONI
First Year Rep RACHEL SHIELA ENRIGHT
Media Officer FATIA ADIGUN
Ordinary Committee Member SALLY TOBIN
Social Media Officer HANNAH MAIREAD GRIFFIN BOURKE

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