The WashU Biggs Classics contingent has returned from the 122nd Annual Meeting of the Classical Association of the Middle West and South (CAMWS), and the impact of our presence was felt throughout the four-day conference. From student presentations and faculty engagement to alumni reunions and informal gatherings, WashU was thoroughly woven into the fabric of this year’s meeting.

Students represented the department with confidence and professionalism, presenting research across a wide range of topics and participating actively in panels and discussions. Their work sparked thoughtful conversation and showcased the strength and diversity of undergraduate and graduate scholarship coming out of Biggs Classics. Our faculty representative, Tom Keeline (Professor of Classics), was similarly engaged throughout the meeting, chairing sessions, offering support and mentorship, and reconnecting with colleagues from across the field.

Beyond the formal program, CAMWS provided meaningful opportunities for community-building. WashU students and alumni reconnected across generations, gathering for meals, conversations, and spontaneous reunions that underscored the enduring bonds of the Biggs Classics community. Whether meeting alumni for the first time or catching up with former classmates and mentors, these moments were a highlight of the conference experience.

Taken together, WashU’s presence at CAMWS reflected not only the scholarly excellence of our students and faculty, but also the supportive, engaged, and welcoming culture of Biggs Classics. We’re delighted to share photos from presentations, group gatherings, and reunions here and on social media—and proud of the many ways our community showed up and stood out over the course of the conference.