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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