Research Seminars @ Illinois

Tailored for undergraduate researchers, this calendar is a curated list of research seminars at the University of Illinois. Explore the diverse world of research and expand your knowledge through engaging sessions designed to inspire and enlighten.

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The Evolution of the Greek Book: From Byzantine Manuscripts to Renaissance Incunabula

Feb 26, 2026   3:00 - 5:00 pm  
Main Library Room 346 — 1408 W. Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 61801
Lecture
Sponsor
The Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Speaker
Dr. Elias Petrou
Contact
Carrie Lingscheit
E-Mail
carriel@illinois.edu
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Originating Calendar
Rare Book & Manuscript Library Events

Dr. Elias Petrou will explore the evolution and transmission of the Greek book from East to West, beginning with an overview of the Byzantine educational system, the preservation and transmission of classical Greek knowledge through manuscripts, and how this inherited book culture was transformed through the new technology of print. 

This talk is free and open to all audiences. Refreshments will be served.

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