A Language Archipelago: Linguistic Variety and Contact in Cyprus A conference in celebration of International Greek Language Day Schedule, Speakers, and Topics February 24-25, 2024 Opening remarks by Dr. Vasiliki Kassianidou Deputy Minister of Culture, Republic of Cyprus & His Excellency, Evangelos Savva, Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to the United States Speakers:...
“How to Think About the Past” Lecture by Katherine Elizabeth Fleming President and CEO, J. Paul Getty Trust and Alexander S. Onassis Professor of Hellenic Culture and Civilization, Department of History, New York University (NYU) March 2, 2024 4:00 p.m. UCLA Fowler Museum, Lenart Auditorium Reception to follow Event is free but advanced registration is requested Introductory...
Kouvenda: Greek Language Table, an innovative online language forum that transcends campus boundaries and promotes community-based learning. This unique initiative aims to bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive space for learners of modern Greek at all levels. This dynamic language table invites UCLA students and Greek speakers from the community to engage...
Backgammon Night December 6, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 2117 Rolfe Hall, UCLA Campus To RSVP click here: https://forms.gle/y1PZg746jNfoLuHQ8 Join us for mezedes and conversation. Parking for Royce Hall is available in Parking Structure 5 located at: 302 Charles E Young Dr N, Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90095. Parking Structure 5 is accessible from Royce Drive,...
Backgammon Night January 24, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 2117 Rolfe Hall, UCLA Campus Click here to RSVP This event is free, but space is limited. Join us for mezedes and conversation. Parking for Royce Hall is available in Parking Structure 5 located at: 302 Charles E Young Dr N, Westwood, Los Angeles, CA...
Backgammon Night Thursday, April 3, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 2117 Rolfe Hall, UCLA Campus RSVP here This event is free, but space is limited. Join us for mezedes and conversation. Parking for Rolfe Hall is available in Parking Structure 5 located at: 302 Charles E Young Dr N, Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90095. Parking...
Friday, September 12, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 2117 Rolfe Hall, UCLA Campus RSVP Closed This event is free, but space is limited. Join us for mezedes and conversation. Parking information: If you plan on driving to UCLA, please note that parking is available at Parking Structure 5, located at 302 Charles E Young Dr...
Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera) Sunday, February 22, 2026 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Janss Steps, UCLA Campus Join us in flying kites to celebrate Kathara Deftera and enjoy light refreshments! Clean Monday, known as Kathara Deftera in Greek, marks the beginning of Lent in Greek Orthodox tradition. This cultural event is widely celebrated in Greece as...
Neuroprotective Greek Herbs: Bridging Neuroscience and Cultural Heritage a seminar organized by Anastasia Tsingotjidou (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) March 7, 2026 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. 314 Royce Hall, UCLA This event has already taken place. We are no longer accepting RSVPs. This seminar brings together researchers from neuroscience, pharmacology, biology, veterinary medicine, nutrition, and plant...
Glendi! A Community Dance Celebration Sunday, May 17, 2026 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Dance lessons from 7:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Rolfe Courtyard, UCLA Campus Music performance by: Alekos Sioris, Peter Deneff, and Nondas Evangelatos Join us for refreshments, live music, and dancing! Admission is free, but advance RSVP is required due to limited...
ANTIGONE by Sophokles A live theatrical performance in celebration of Hellenic culture Newly translated and adapted by Kenneth Cavander Directed by Andy Wolk May 30, 2026 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Antaeus Theatre Company Glendale, California A post-performance talkback with Artistic Director Nike Doukas and Professor Kathryn Morgan (Department of Classics, UCLA) will follow the...