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Julianna K. Will is a multidisciplinary researcher focusing on the reception of classical literature in Victorian studies. Her research interests include Classical reception, especially within Victorian literature, Aestheticism, Decadence, and the intersection of sexualities and pornography. Specializing in ancient Greek and Latin poetry and Athenian drama, she explores how Victorian authors draw on classical mythology and texts to address contemporary issues like politics, gender dynamics, and marriage. Currently, she is working on several large-scale projects, including one that amplifies the works of Canadian Indigenous playwrights through classical reception. Julianna is also investigating the literary and cultural impact of Euripides on the Victorians in her forthcoming book, 'Horror Glory: Euripides Victorians'. Her teaching emphasizes critical thinking and interdisciplinary approaches to literature, encouraging students to engage with classical texts and their relevance today.
Memorial University of Newfoundland • St. John's, NL
Teaching courses in Classics with a focus on Victorian receptions of classical literature.
Department of Business Administration (MBA program)