by Fontina Battaglia | Jul 10, 2026 | Research Blog
In uncovering Antiochia, I am interested in the cultural connections to the city’s past and present, before and after the Roman Empire. Reading about the city and its people’s ability to welcome Roman culture but keep their own is fascinating and...
by Henry Worden | Jul 10, 2026 | Research Blog
After spending time familiarizing myself with the readings, I am mostly just really excited to have a glimpse into the world of people who lived a life so different from mine. I think until I am on the site I will not be able to fully grasp what it was like to be a...
by Lily Molinaro | Jul 9, 2026 | Research Blog
In preparation for our archaeological work at Antiochia ad Cragum, I am most interested in seeing and identifying the structures and household objects that we will be excavating. I honestly have no idea what we can expect to see or find, and I am excited to explore...
by Jacob Halvorson | Jul 9, 2026 | Research Blog
After reading more about the history and background of Antiochia, I became interested in numerous different layers of the story. First of all, I found the exploration of daily life under shifting empires and cultures immensely fascinating. I would love to find out...
by Margaret Ahlberg | Jul 9, 2026 | Research Blog
Antiochia ad Cragum is a city celebrated for its monumental architecture, impressive urban planning, and imperial prominence within the ancient Roman world. While its architecture and artifacts provide valuable insight into the city’s political and cultural...
by Whitney Cowan | Jul 9, 2026 | Research Blog
When studying the abdication of Lucius Cornelius Sulla, I was very pleasantly surprised by the story-telling prowess of the coin. As cocky and all powerful men often do, Sulla revealed his lack of humility and overwhelming love for himself quite willingly, leaving an...