Michael Barich has taught at Kenyon since 1985. His courses include Greek and Latin at all levels, literature in translation, and ancient history. Barich has recently offered advanced Greek and Latin courses on Plato, Aristophanes, and Petronius. His scholarly work is devoted in particular to epic poetry and the literature of the early Roman Empire. His translation of Valerius Flaccus' Argonautica into English verse was published by XOXOX Press in 2009.

Barich also has had a lifelong interest in astronomy. He helps conduct public observing sessions at Kenyon's Franklin Miller Observatory to introduce students and others to the wider universe.

Education

Ph.D. Yale University
B.A. Haverford College

Courses Taught

Currently Offered
GREK 201 - Intermediate Greek: Lysias and Herodotus
CLAS 208 - Homer, Virgil, and the Ancient Epic
LATN 202 - Intermediate Latin: Vergil
LATN 302 - Advanced Latin: Age of Augustus

Previously Offered
LATN 101-102Y - Elementary Latin
CLAS 122 - Roman Archaeology
CLAS 130 - Classical Mythology

LATN 302 - Advanced Latin: Age of Nero
GREK 301 - Advanced Greek: Aristophanes