by Ella Hillis | Aug 17, 2025 | Research Blog
The most important piece of advice I can give is to come with an open mind. For most, everything that will be experienced is so new. Coming with an open and understanding mind will help. Some other advise is: expect it to be super hot and bright. The sweat and smells...
by Ella Hillis | Aug 10, 2025 | Research Blog
My understanding of the field of archeology was limited to textbooks and movies. The little that I knew involved digging and wearing a funky hat. There was also the academic portion where important artifacts were involved. And while Indiana Jones is a wonderful piece...
by Ella Hillis | Aug 3, 2025 | Research Blog
The further down we go, the more I find I am ruined by dirt. Everywhere I go I am looking at the dirt. I am thinking of the different colors, how to level it by removing rocks, wondering if that was ceramic or just schist. I close my eyes and I see our unit. On a much...
by Ella Hillis | Jul 27, 2025 | Research Blog
Everything I have experienced has been so exciting and new. I have learned much about myself and the site. Now that I am here, my interest in archeology has increased. I enjoy how hands on it is and that it is stimulating both physically and mentally. We are...
by Ella Hillis | Jul 15, 2025 | Research Blog
I am most interested in seeing the ancient city of Selinus and mosaics at the dig site. The ruins at Selinus combined with all of the nature makes it look absolutely gorgeous. There is more freedom to roam at your own pace which allows you to immerse yourself and get...
