Torch: U.S. Summer 2017

Torch:U.S. Policy

The Torch:U.S. is published four times yearly as the official magazine of the National Junior Classical League. Issues are published in fall, winter, spring, and summer. It is entered as third-class material from the Oxford, Ohio, Post Office. The ideas expressed in the Opinion section are the comments of the Torch:U.S. and its staff and should not necessarily be considered the policy of the National Junior Classical League, its officers, or the National Committee. Readers are encouraged to express their opinions on any subject relevant to the classics or JCL in the Voices Section. Your name and address or title must be included with your submission. All names will be published. Submissions may be sent to the editor or the advisor (see addresses to the left).

Photo Credits

Angela Kubicke

Torch:U.S. Staff

Editor

Angela Kubicke

Advisor

Caitlin Johnston

Ancient Wooly Threads

BY ANGELA KUBICKE

2017 NJCL Editor

Sheep are more than cute wooly creatures. Sheep have a long history in the world, from the use of their wool to the use of their bones in religious sacrifices. Ancient sheep were the first animals to experience selective breeding. Many livestock practices used in Greece and Rome are still used today. Featuring my sheep, turn to page 6 to learn more about the history behind your favorite wool sweater.

Junior Classical League Directory

NJCL Officers 2016–2017

President Lyle Seeligson

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