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Presented by: J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences
Program Dates: June 5 - July 17, 2008 2008 Program Application & Program Flyer
Participants in this program will join an international team of archaeologists in an excavation at the site of Tell Qarqur, Syria. Tell Qarqur was once a major city and today its remains form a 100-ft high mound, preserving a 10,000-year history of continuous occupation. The site is currently being excavated by the University of Arkansas and the American Schools of Oriental Research, under the direction of Dr. Jesse Casana and Dr. Rudolph Dornemann. Each participant in the Archaeological Field School at Tell Qarqur will manage an excavation area, keep records, and process finds. Periodic lectures will introduce students to modern archaeological methods, as well as the history and archaeology of this fascinating region. On weekends, participants will take trips throughout Syria, visiting archaeological sites including the Roman ruins at Apamea, the Late Bronze seaport of Ugarit, and the Crusader castle of Krak de Chevaliers. There will also be opportunities to explore the historic cities of Damascus and Aleppo.
6 hours of undergraduate or graduate credit ANTH 4256 Archeology Field Session ANTH 561V Field Research in Archeology (for 6 credit hours)
Dr. Jesse Casana, jcasana@uark.edu, University of Arkansas Program Fee: $2,250 + UA Tuition The program fee includes lodging at Tell Qarqur, health insurance, equipment, visas, meals and cultural excursions to various archeolgical sites. Not included are UA tuition, airfare, passport fees, personal expenses and a few meals.
Financial aid and scholarships are available to UA students. Visiting students must apply for financial aid through their home university. Honors College students should apply for study abroad grants through the UA Honors College. Contact the UA Office of Study Abroad for applications and deadlines or visit the Honors website.
Students must have completed a minimum of 24 hours by the beginning of the program with a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better. One recommendation by a faculty member or academic advisor is required. The application deadline is February 15, 2008. Applications will not be considered after this date.
Laura Moix For addition information about courses or program content, contact: Dr. Jesse Casana
The University of Arkansas reserves the right to alter program costs or content, or to cancel the program should extraordinary circumstances require it. Last Updated: 1/2/08
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