About Us

The Diotiman Society is a student-led community dedicated to making the world of Classics more accessible to a diverse group of high school students by cultivating a deeper connection with translated works of antiquity. We invite young enthusiasts to participate in our bi-monthly sessions, where we engage in lively, in-depth discussions on a wide range of philosophical topics and Greek and Latin texts, from Hesiod’s Pandora to the poems of Sulpicia.

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Inspired by Diotima of Mantinea, the philosopher and "priestess" who appears in Plato's Symposium, we embrace her belief that love is a transformative force capable of expanding our collective wisdom and understanding. In our group readings, we place a special emphasis on amplifying the voices of overlooked female philosophers and other historically marginalized groups. Through this initiative, our goal is to foster a more diverse and inclusive exploration of the Classics, promoting equality and fresh perspectives within this academic field.