Center for Hellenic Studies (CHS)

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Center for Hellenic Studies provides resources and programs that help educators, researchers, and the general public rediscover the humanism of the ancient Greeks.

Target Customer

{"Educators","Researchers","Postdoctoral scholars","Students","Librarians","General public interested in Hellenic studies"}

Key Differentiator

A Harvard-affiliated research center offering a combination of a premier research library, multiple fellowship programs, online/digital publications, and active public programming (lectures, seminars, exhibitions) with innovative digital offerings (interactive Homer multitext, full-text online books).

Implementation Timeline

Fellowship application season opens in Fall each year; programs and events occur year-round, including annual cohorts (e.g., 2025-26, 2026-27) and ongoing public programming.

Pain Points

1Access to specialized scholarly resources on Ancient Hellenic civilization
2Funding and structured opportunities to pursue postdoctoral research in Hellenic studies
3Dissemination of research through publications, online resources, and public programs

Key Features

1Fellowships in Hellenic Studies, Early Career Fellowships in Hellenic Studies in Greece and Cyprus, Summer Fellowships, and CHS-IHR Joint Fellowship
2Extensive library collection focused on Ancient Hellenic Civilization (literature, history, philosophy, religion, art, archaeology, epigraphy, papyrology, medicine, mathematics, science, numismatics; Latin literature less complete)
3Online publications including books, journals, proceedings, and databases
4Online/digital resources such as an interactive multitext of Homer and full-text online books
5Programs and experiences including workshops, conferences, seminars, lectures, internships and grant opportunities
6Public-facing programs, exhibits, and cultural events

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Associate Director of Fellowships and Academic Programs
2Chief Librarian
3Library Assistant
4Distinguished Lecturer
5Director of the Acropolis Restoration Service
6Web Producer
7Consultant for Images

Client Results

1Postdoctoral and early-career researchers receive fellowships to pursue topics related to ancient Greek civilization
2Publications and online resources (books, journals, translations, databases) broaden access to Hellenic scholarship
3Access to CHS Library resources and digital offerings supports research and teaching
4Annual fellowship cycles and formal programs generate scholarly outputs and public programming

Competitive Advantages

1Premier, Harvard-affiliated research facility dedicated to Hellenic studies
2Extensive library focusing on Ancient Hellenic civilization with broad subject coverage
3Combination of fellowships, publications, and digital resources (interactive Homer multitext, full-text books)
4Active programming and public engagement through lectures, seminars, exhibitions, and events
5Access to online resources and digital research materials in addition to physical collections

Key Benefits

1Fellowship opportunities supporting advanced research in Hellenic studies

2Extensive library resources and specialized databases

3Access to online publications, books, journals, and primary texts

4Digital and in-person programs, conferences, and lectures

5Educational content, such as Greek language learning videos

Case Studies & Success Stories

Meet the 2025-26 Fellows in Hellenic Studies

Case #1

Announcement and description of fellowship recipients; emphasizes the center’s support for high-quality research related to ancient Greece.

Two Magnificent Newly Acquired Facsimiles

Case #2

Display of manuscript facsimiles at CHS (Claudius Ptolemaios and Pedanius Dioscorides), illustrating CHS’s role in expanding access to rare/historically significant texts.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Harvard-affiliated research center focused on ancient Greek civilization, offering fellowships, a comprehensive library, online publications, and programs that educate and engage educators, researchers, and the public.

Target Market

Scholars, researchers, postdoctoral fellows, educators, students, librarians, and public audiences interested in Hellenic studies

Unique Value Proposition

A nationally and internationally recognized hub for Hellenic studies that blends world-class library resources, fellowship opportunities, and extensive digital publications and tools (including an interactive Homer multitext) within a Harvard-affiliated environment, augmented by active public programming.

Technical Requirements

Public digital resources and online publications; some content note to enable JavaScript for full site view; standard web access required

Pricing Model

Not publicly disclosed; fellowship opportunities exist with application cycles; no pricing information provided

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