Environment and Experience

I am most excited to see the Antiochia site in its physical and geographical context. After reading extensively on the site and examining the photos, I still lack a clear understanding of the site’s current condition and the appearance of its surrounding...

Seeing Stories

I’m extremely excited to see the mosaics that have been uncovered at the site. Thinking about it, it’s amazing that some of these art pieces have survived through so much history: battles, earthquakes, weather, and they still stood the test of time. Stone...

Coins and Community

I’m really excited to see coinage. Years ago, I collected quarters for the different state depictions. I enjoyed seeing what imagery was believed to represent each state best. I’m excited by the prospect of seeing the Hadrian commemorative coinage for a...

More to Learn

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...

Understanding History

After reading and learning about the way that houses and households were set up, I am most excited to see this as it translates into the real world, and be able to better understand how these worked first hand. Although it was fascinating to learn about the styles of...

Humor and Houses

I am most excited to see the floor mosaics of Antiochia. The detail and richness of Roman mosaics amaze me, so it will be a treat to see some in person, on site. I remember from a few years ago reading about the discovery of some of the bathroom mosaics at Antiochia...

Living History

I’m most interested in seeing the evolution of architecture and art that occurred in Asia Minor under local, then Roman, then Byzantine rule. So much of written history focuses on great men, great empires, and great battles, and being able to witness some small...

Constructing Space

During my reading, I really enjoyed learning about how the architectural style of houses or public spaces evolved. Particularly, the reading by Uytterhoeven explained how decorative floors or decor had been removed or built upon to be replaced by simpler construction....

Visual History

I am most interested in seeing any of the ruins we have been reading about in person when I arrive at the site, especially the floor mosaics. As an Art History major, I am particularly interested in visual history, and I’ve always found mosaics fascinating! I am also...