Why Study Early Modern Literature? by Shaun Russell
It is tempting to begin by writing “It all started in my Grade 12 literature class with Mr. Ames. . .” because there is a …
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A Close Look at the Ancient Javelin by Colin McGarry
Despite its ubiquity in ancient warfare, the javelin remains a poorly understood weapon, largely due to its constant linking with the spear. Despite the visual …
A Look into Historic Preservation in Ohio by Joseph Acero
As a Medieval Studies major and History minor, I am aware of how enjoyable and intriguing the various subjects of history truly are. Learning about …
Holiday Traditions in The Middle Ages by Christopher Shanley
Christmas in the Middle Ages was celebrated slightly differently than it is today. Perhaps the most notable difference is the sheer size of the Christmas …
The Lady and the Unicorn by Matthew Pheneger
Nestled in the 5th Arrondissement of Paris, France and constructed on what remains of a Roman thermal bath house, one will find the Musée de …
Religion in Medieval Ireland: A Talk by John Soderberg by Matthew Pheneger
The AMRS Department was pleased to welcome Denison University Professor of Sociology/Anthropology John Soderberg at the end of February. Though his work covers a range …
Medieval Castles in a Modern Context by Kyle Rabung
When the average person looks for medieval cas- tles, they are left with two options: to look at ruins, or to look at a castles …
Where Are They Now?: All the World’s A Stage by Jordan Waterwash
“Want to know my first experience with Shakespeare?” Hannah Simpson, actor and recent OWU alum, says with a mischievous grin. “Definitely,” I respond eagerly. “My …
Characters of War: The Iliad and The Song of Roland by Matthew Pheneger
We’d expect literary works from differing cultures to mirror that in their writing, however, The Iliad and The Song of Roland are more similar than …
Luther’s Act by Christopher Shanley
This Halloween marks the 499th anniversary of Martin Luther’s posting of the 95 Theses on the church door in Wittenberg castle. Luther’s theses were against …