Join host Ashley Ortega in this insightful episode as they engage in a captivating discussion with Professor Dr. Sean Gurd and student Sarah Roberts about the unique aspects of the Classics major at the University of Texas. Professor Gurd shares his expertise on the subject, highlighting its historical significance and modern applications, while Sarah provides a firsthand account of her experiences as a student, showcasing the challenges and rewards of pursuing a degree in Classics. Together, they explore the structure of the major and discuss the importance of a liberal arts education in today’s professional landscape, emphasizing the interdisciplinary nature of Classics and its relevance in various fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Through personal anecdotes and academic insights, this episode offers a comprehensive overview of the Classics major at the University of Texas, shedding light on the diverse opportunities available within the field and underscoring the enduring impact of a liberal arts education on one’s career trajectory. Whether you are a seasoned scholar or a curious listener, tune in to gain a deeper appreciation for the ancient world and discover the transformative power of studying Classics in a dynamic academic setting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Join host Ashley Ortega in this insightful episode as they engage in a captivating discussion with Professor Dr. Sean Gurd and student Sarah Roberts about the unique aspects of the Classics major at the University of Texas. Professor Gurd shares his expertise on the subject, highlighting its historical significance and modern applications, while Sarah provides […]","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":2,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"full-width-content","episode_type":"audio","audio_file":"http:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2024\/07\/Classics-Episode-Ashley-Ortega.mp3","podmotor_file_id":"","podmotor_episode_id":"","cover_image":"","cover_image_id":"","duration":"47:14","filesize":"43.25M","filesize_raw":"45351185","date_recorded":"2024-07-09 16:12:57","explicit":"","block":"","itunes_episode_number":"2","itunes_title":"","itunes_season_number":"","itunes_episode_type":"full"},"tags":[21,20,17,7,5,18,19,16,15,6,11],"categories":[],"series":[2],"class_list":{"0":"post-101","1":"podcast","2":"type-podcast","3":"status-publish","5":"tag-ancient-music-performance-lab","6":"tag-archeology","7":"tag-classics","8":"tag-cola","9":"tag-liberal-arts","10":"tag-student-orgs","11":"tag-student-perspective","12":"tag-study-abroad","13":"tag-undergraduate","14":"tag-university-of-texas","15":"tag-ut-austin","16":"series-hooked-on-cola","17":"entry"},"acf":{"related_episodes":"","hosts":[{"ID":67,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2024-07-08 22:01:08","post_date_gmt":"2024-07-08 22:01:08","post_content":"\n
Ashley Ortega, a first-generation graduate from the University of Texas, Class of 2022. Armed with dual bachelor's degrees in Human Dimensions of Organizations and American Studies, alongside an associate degree in Sociology from Blinn College, she embodies a commitment to education and personal growth. Beyond her academic pursuits, she immerses herself in the intrigue of true crime documentaries, enjoys the strategic thrill of fantasy football, and cherishes moments chasing her son around, embracing the joys of parenthood and nurturing a future Longhorn.\u00a0<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ashley Ortega","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"ashley-ortega","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-07-09 16:14:03","post_modified_gmt":"2024-07-09 16:14:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/?post_type=speaker&p=67","menu_order":0,"post_type":"speaker","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"guests":[{"ID":81,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2024-07-08 22:13:56","post_date_gmt":"2024-07-08 22:13:56","post_content":"\n
I have active research interests primarily in the areas of Ancient Theatre (especially tragedy), Ancient Music, and any part of intellectual culture that interfaced with the concept of art (or techne). I also have a secondary but related interest in 20th century avant-gardes, particularly in the Americas. I am also the director of the Ancient Music and Performance Lab, which is dedicated to exploring innovative ways of integrating arts practice with humanities scholarship.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Sean Gurd, PhD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sean-gurd-phd","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-07-08 22:13:57","post_modified_gmt":"2024-07-08 22:13:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/?post_type=speaker&p=81","menu_order":0,"post_type":"speaker","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":85,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2024-07-08 22:14:28","post_date_gmt":"2024-07-08 22:14:28","post_content":"","post_title":"Sarah Roberts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sarah-roberts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-07-08 22:14:28","post_modified_gmt":"2024-07-08 22:14:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/?post_type=speaker&p=85","menu_order":0,"post_type":"speaker","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"transcript":""},"episode_featured_image":false,"episode_player_image":"https:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2024\/07\/hoc-cover_2.png","download_link":"https:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/podcast-download\/101\/ancient-wisdom-modern-insights-a-look-into-uts-classics-major.mp3","player_link":"https:\/\/podcasts.la.utexas.edu\/hooked-on-cola\/podcast-player\/101\/ancient-wisdom-modern-insights-a-look-into-uts-classics-major.mp3","audio_player":"