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Joseph D Reed is a scholar of Ancient Greek and Roman literature and culture, especially known for his expertise in Hellenistic and Augustan poetry. He received a Bachelor of Arts from Yale in 1987 and both his Master's and Ph.D. degrees from Stanford in 1991 and 1993, respectively. Reed has previously taught Classics at several prestigious institutions, including Ohio State University, Cornell University, and the University of Michigan. His research primarily focuses on the poetic representation of cultural identity, with notable publications addressing the mythology and cult of Adonis, particularly regarding its syncretistic aspects and social implications. Among his works is a detailed scholarly commentary on the surviving poetry of Bion of Smyrna (c. 100 B.C.E.) and a critical study of Virgil's *Aeneid*, which delves into the evolving sense of Roman nationality encapsulated within this national epic. Reed is actively engaged in teaching various courses related to Greek and Roman literature, including Ovid's *Metamorphoses* and the dynamics of literature and cultural imperialism.
Department: Department of Economics