The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies, Queens College

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Honored to celebrate the 48th Annual Graduation and Student Awards Ceremony of The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek...
05/22/2026

Honored to celebrate the 48th Annual Graduation and Student Awards Ceremony of The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at Queens College, CUNY.

Congratulations to all award recipients, essay award winners, graduates, and honorees, and heartfelt thanks to the faculty, presenters, donors, families, and community organizations who continue to support the Center’s mission!

A special thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible and to all who joined us in celebrating Greek and Greek American studies.

Photo credits: Ms. Daphne Halkias, Dr. Fevronia Soumakis, Jonathan Laforest

Join us for the 48th Graduation & Student Awards Ceremony at Queens College as we celebrate the accomplishments of our s...
05/06/2026

Join us for the 48th Graduation & Student Awards Ceremony at Queens College as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students and dedication of our Greek Studies community. βœ¨πŸŽ“πŸ‡¬πŸ‡·

In honor of Greek Independence, Dr. Fevronia Soumakis, Director of the Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at ...
04/26/2026

In honor of Greek Independence, Dr. Fevronia Soumakis, Director of the Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at Queens College, joined the Ikaros Hellenic Orthodox Club of Queens College and the National Hellenic Student Association at the 87th Annual NYC Greek Independence Day Parade on Fifth Avenue.

A beautiful celebration of Hellenic heritage, unity, and tradition, bringing together Greeks and Greek Americans across New York and beyond. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡·

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent Lunch & Learn at the Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies. W...
04/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent Lunch & Learn at the Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies. We were honored to welcome Dr. Marilena Anastasopoulou for a great conversation on β€œOral History & Memory: A Case of Everyday Diasporas and Global Experiences.”

A special thank you to Dr. Anastasopoulou for sharing her work with our community.

Left to right in the first photo: Jess Alexander, Dr. Marilena Anastasopoulou, Dr. Fevronia Soumakis, Frank Wu (QC President), and Nicole Jovanovic.

Deadline extended!The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies (CBMGS) has extended the deadline for the Scholarshi...
04/20/2026

Deadline extended!

The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies (CBMGS) has extended the deadline for the Scholarships & Awards Application to Sunday, April 26.

Students are invited to apply for a limited number of scholarships and awards for undergraduate students, as well as a grant for CUNY/SUNY graduate students.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to access and complete the application.

Questions? Call 718-997-4520 or visit Jefferson Hall, Room 301.

Curious about learning Greek? Elementary Modern Greek I is the perfect place to start.This beginner-friendly course intr...
04/08/2026

Curious about learning Greek? Elementary Modern Greek I is the perfect place to start.

This beginner-friendly course introduces students to Modern Greek through everyday practice, the Greek alphabet, language roots, and the rich culture of Greece and Cyprus. Students will also explore the Greek diaspora in New York while building confidence from day one.

Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:05 AM-11:55 AM
Queens Hall, Room 320

Questions? Contact Prof. Ioanna Glava at [email protected]

Thinking about your major or minor? Discover Byzantine & Modern Greek Studies at Queens College.Join us for our info ses...
04/08/2026

Thinking about your major or minor?
Discover Byzantine & Modern Greek Studies at Queens College.

Join us for our info session on Wednesday, April 15 at 12:15 PM in Jefferson 301 to learn more about the program, scholarships, research opportunities, internships, and career pathways. Lunch will be served!

Please RSVP at the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7M-2q5g_K_LmW0YkI8rgULy1fiHQa03bZH5kcLA73_EuWpQ/viewform

Come see how a global experience can start right here at Queens.

This Fall 2026, discover Greece through language, literature, and culture at Queens College.Join Prof. Despoina Afentoul...
04/06/2026

This Fall 2026, discover Greece through language, literature, and culture at Queens College.

Join Prof. Despoina Afentouli for:
Modern Greek Literature in Translation
Modern Greek Culture & Civilization

Explore major works, history, identity, and cultural developments in a dynamic in-person classroom experience.

Register now and be part of the study of Modern Greek at Queens College.

On March 25th, 2026, the Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at Queens College was honored to be represented b...
03/30/2026

On March 25th, 2026, the Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at Queens College was honored to be represented by its Director, Dr. Fevronia Soumakis, at the National Day of Greece 2026 Reception at the United Nations. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡¬πŸ‡·

This distinguished celebration offered a meaningful opportunity to honor Greek heritage and Hellenism in an international setting.

We extend our sincere thanks to the Permanent Representative of Greece to the United Nations, Aglaia Balta, and to the Consul General of Greece in New York, Iphigenia Kanara, for their gracious invitation.

In the first picture, Dr. Soumakis is pictured with her favorite UN intern, Georgia Soumakis.

The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies invites students to apply for its Scholarships and Awards program, whi...
03/27/2026

The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies invites students to apply for its Scholarships and Awards program, which supports undergraduate students and includes a grant opportunity for CUNY/SUNY graduate students.

Students are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements carefully and submit all required materials by the deadline.

To access the application, follow the URL link or scan the QR code on the flyer.

https://www.qc.cuny.edu/academics/bmgs/wp-content/uploads/sites/78/2026/03/2026-Byzantine-Center-Scholarships-and-Awards-APPLICATION.-rev-3.23.26.pdf

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