Spring 2016
Spring 2016
5. Colloquia Sessions Colloquia sessions allow guest speakers to come lecture on all things classics— from the renowned I, Claudius series to the influence of mythology upon astronomy. One particularly important colloquium is the NJCL Service Project, put together by the 2nd VP annually. This year’ s project is Project Linus. It began in April, as schools were asked to make blankets or donate supplies to their local Project Linus chapter for National Classics Week. 6. Contest Sessions
Around 20 tests are offered at Convention this year( DISCLAIMER: it may be more or less), ranging from Latin Grammar to Classical Art. Join hundreds of your fellow classics enthusiasts for one of the most boring parts of convention( just kidding, of course). Information on all of the tests is available on NJCL’ s website, www. njcl. org.
9. Scrapbook + Art Viewing
From paintings, sculptures, scrapbooks, cartoons, and models of ancient Rome to hilarious film recreations of Classical myths, the Graphic Arts Viewing is designed to showcase some of the most outstanding and original projects of convention. Ex-OJCL President Lindsey Dierig will be there, will you?
7. Ludi Soccer
I feel dirty even writing this. As you likely do not know( indeed, those who remember are growing fewer and fewer), Wisconsin completed an unprecedented Ludi sweep— Ultimate, Soccer, Volleyball, and Basketball— in 2013 at UNLV. Since then, it seems that our skill has deteriorated or, at least, that the competition has grown stronger. It will be your duty to defend Ohio’ s crown as Ludi Soccer National Champions, but just know that“ the North remembers.” 8. That’ s Entertainment
This is more than your typical talent s h o w. T h a t’ s Entertainment features singing, dancing, and virtuoso performances, as well as( somewhat) comedic routines by the NJCL and NSCL officers. Don’ t miss what many would describe as the premiere event of convention. That’ s Entertainment will take your breath away.
10. Certamen Finals
It’ s like watching back-to-back-to-back episodes of Jeopardy. Certamen pits states against each other in a duel of speed, strategy, skill, and intelligence— the true test of everything Greek and Rome. Last year, Ohio’ s Advanced Team beat Georgia, considered by many to be the favorites, to advance into the finals— but fell just short at the end. Returning historians Tullus Dean and Matthew McMillan look to anchor an inexperienced Ohio team this year.
11. A Day in Old Rome
Following immediately after the fifth and final GA, A Day in Old Rome has, in the past, featured bouncy houses and laser tag. What will happen this year? You’ ll just have to wait to find out.
Michael Kearney, NJCL 1 st VP, Marquette High
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