In 2025, The American College of Greece celebrated 150 years of history, service, and educational excellence — a milestone that honors the generations of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends who have shaped its remarkable journey.

To commemorate the historic anniversary, ACG collaborated with Maya Tsoclis, who served as narrator and co-scriptwriter; Natassa Blatsiou, director, producer, and co-scriptwriter; and ERT S.A., the film's co-producer, to develop the documentary Mission Sunny Days: From Smyrna to Modern Athens. This film draws on extensive material from ACG’s archives provided by ERT S.A., tracing the institution’s extraordinary journey from its founding in Smyrna in 1875 to its thriving presence in Athens today.

Through archival material, historical footage, and personal testimonies, the documentary brings to life pivotal moments in ACG’s history and the people who helped shape them. It follows the College through times of displacement, renewal, and growth, highlighting a legacy built on educational excellence, social contribution, and a deep commitment to serving future generations.

At its core, Mission Sunny Days is a tribute to the spirit of The American College of Greece — a spirit shaped by service, resilience, and an unwavering belief in the power of education to change lives. It honors the values that have carried the College forward for 150 years and continue to guide its future, captured in its enduring motto, Non ministrari sed ministrare — to serve, not to be served.

We invite you to experience the documentary on ERTFLIX and discover the remarkable story of ACG’s first 150 years. 
Watch it here.