From Bronze Age to Silver Screen: Homer's epic through the ages

The 2026 Ideas that Change the World Lecture

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Ideas that Change the World: From Bronze Age to Silver Screen - Homer's Epic Through the Ages

 

In Honour of the 80th birthday of Emeritus Professor Dr. Ian C. Storey.
 

Lecture Abstract 

Homer's work has inspired and challenged since it was first recited. This panel allows four distinguished scholars the opportunity to discuss literary, archeological, and cinematic responses to the epics from the medieval period to the latest movie about the Odyssey. 
 

Speakers

  • Dr. Kevin Whetter '88, Acadia University
  • Dr. Julianna Will '07, Memorial University
  • Dr. George Kovacs '95, Trent University
  • Dr. Tom Strasser, Providence College, Rhode Island

Community Speaker Series

At Trent University, we believe in the power of lifelong learning and professional development for our alumni, staff, faculty, students, and community members. Each year, Trent offers public lectures featuring distinguished visiting scholars and experts, sharing ideas and knowledge on subjects such as the Environment, Business and Public Policy, Philosophy, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Thanks to generous philanthropic support, these talks are free and open to both the Trent community and the public. 

If you have questions about this event, please contact communityspeakerseries@trentu.ca.

Event Date: November 16, 2026
Event Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location View on Google Maps Nozhem Theatre (Room 101), Enwayaang, Trent University, 1600 West Bank Drive, Peterborough ON, K9L 0G2