by Chloe Peevey | Jul 14, 2025 | Research Blog
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...
by Grace Jasinski | Jul 12, 2025 | Research Blog
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....
by Kyra Andresen | Jul 10, 2025 | Research Blog
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...
by Mason Hill | Jul 9, 2025 | Research Blog
As I prepare to step onto the site at Antiochia for the first time, I find myself most eager to see how it all fits together. After the last months of studying previous scholars’ work on Roman archeology, experiencing my personal travels, and starting to learn more...
by Henry Quayle | Jul 9, 2025 | Research Blog
There’s no one thing I’m the most interested in or excited to see. I’m just excited to be on and working in a genuine historical site. Being immersed in the sites is the best way to really get your hands on history, something that I’ve dreamed...
by Tobias Goodman | Aug 15, 2024 | Research Blog
The strongest piece of advice I would give to future interns is to try to get to know everyone. Everyone outside of you Oles are from across America and Europe. Their stories are amazing. They are all eager to talk about their research and daily site activities....
