Hellenic Studies Unit

In the last decade, three important events took place at Concordia that brought forth the need for the creation of the University's Hellenic Studies Unit.

First, more students of Hellenic descent have chosen to study at Concordia.

Second, a strong Hellenic Student Association, engaged in several educational and cultural activities, was founded at Concordia.

Third, the Hellenic Students Association of the University decided to raise funds and support economically, the offering of various classes and seminars in Modern Greek Studies (mostly in the areas of Modern Greek language, history, literature, and culture). Since its inception, the number of such highly demanded activities continues to increase annually.

Responding to these developments, the University's professors of Hellenic descent decided to support and formalize these events. A committee of professors, students, and staff was formed, and established the foundation for the development of the Hellenic Studies Unit, under the auspices of the Faculty of Arts and Science, and in close collaboration with the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics, and the Center for International Academic Cooperation.