Dr. Gino Canlas

Biography

Gino Canlas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Classical Studies at Western University. He specializes in Greek Archaeology, focusing on the Archaic and Hellenistic periods, particularly in Ancient Thessaly. His research areas include history, religion, identity formation, social memory, Greek epigraphy, and digital approaches to archaeology. He has contributed to the field through various publications, with forthcoming books such as 'Sacred Space and Community Identity in Ancient Thessaly' and 'Insiders and Outsiders in Ancient Thessaly,' co-edited with Adam Wiznura. Canlas's notable articles include analyses of regional identities in Phthiotis and material expressions of cults in Perrhaibia, showcasing his in-depth examination of cultural and religious dynamics in ancient Greek societies. He holds a BA and MA from the University of British Columbia and a PhD from the University of Alberta, underscoring his strong academic foundation in classical studies.

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