Dr. Afroditi Angelopoulou

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Afroditi Angelopoulou is an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California specializing in Classics. Originally from Greece, she received her BA and MA in Classical Philology from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens and her PhD in Classics from the University of Southern California in 2017. Her research focuses on Greek literature, poetics, Athenian drama, and the embodiment of performance and ethics. She has taught at Dartmouth College and her significant work includes her book, 'Body Senses Greek Tragedy,' published by Oxford University Press, which evaluates the role of embodied experiences in constructing dramatic narratives and generating meaning. Her publication includes a variety of book chapters and journal articles discussing topics like audience engagement in ancient Greek theater and the metaphorical aspects of perception within classical texts.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaches courses in Classics and conducts research in Greek literature and drama.

Awards

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USC Dornsife Faculty Fellow

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.