ABOUT THE Program

One of the rock-cut tombs at Petra, Jordan; a Nabataean site that became a part of the Roman empire under Trajan (emp. 98 C.E.-117 C.E.).

The ancient studies program acknowledges the importance of approaching the civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean world from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.

Students are encouraged to create for themselves, through related courses in history, classics, religion, art, government, philosophy and archaeology, a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic cultures bordering on the Mediterranean Sea (including the Near East) from antiquity to the time of the Muslim conquests in the seventh century C.E.

Presentation of the Minor in Ancient Studies

Monday, October 26, 2009 - 5 pm, Dewey Hall Philosophy Lounge

Meet the Program faculty, learn about the courses offered, and more! Pizza and beverages provided.