by Claire Malone | Jul 19, 2026 | Research Blog
First and foremost, I am incredibly thankful that I heeded other’s advice to not bring any clothing that I am remotely emotionally attached to on this dig. I’m 3 loads of laundry in and I see little to no progress in removing the dirt stains from my tank tops! I...
by Lily Molinaro | Jul 19, 2026 | Research Blog
Going into this experience, I knew next to nothing about Türkiye. While I still speak absolutely no Turkish, I have had the privilege of meeting many kind individuals from the area, around the city and on site. I have eaten so much delicious food and had lots of...
by Whitney Cowan | Jul 19, 2026 | Research Blog
I’m truly having the time of my life. I’m hot, sweaty, sore, and exhausted almost all the time. And yet I also feel empowered, giddy, and above all curious. Despite this overall positive conclusion I have towards my experience thus far, I won’t pretend as though this...
by Henry Worden | Jul 19, 2026 | Research Blog
I came to Turkiye with almost no expectations of what it would be like here. I had no idea what It would be like, only that it would not be like home. I have been pleasantly surprised to find that the people here are incredibly kind and non judgemental of the...
by Elijah Samuelson | Jul 19, 2026 | Research Blog
The first thing that struck me was the humidity. This feels pretty cliche, but it really is immediate and striking. The airport was tiny, baggage claim and security in one room. The language spoken is completely unfamiliar to me. When I woke up in the morning the...
by Margo Thomas | Jul 19, 2026 | Research Blog
I have already learned a lot throughout my first week in Gazipaşa. The town itself is much larger than I expected with more places to shop and events to attend than I expected. I have really enjoyed the opportunity to try new foods, (I love Durum), and to go to local...
