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And the winner is…. ARCHAEOLOGY

In the AIA’s third of four planned tweetathons in honor of International Archaeology Day this month, we asked our friends on Twitter to weigh in on the proper spelling of arch(a)eology. In the #ArchaeologyVsArcheology Challenge IAD collaborating organizations and individuals weighed in with whether they were on #TeamArchaeology or #TeamArcheology. Several tweeters pointed out the […]

Commemorating the 2500th anniversary of the Battle of Salamis 480 B.C. by Dr. John Hale

September 29, 2020 marks the 2500th anniversary of the Greek naval victory over the Persians at the Battle of Salamis, a great historical turning point. Learn more about this pivotal battle from our online lecture by Dr. John Hale. Dr. Hale is a highly-regarded archaeologist and historian with the University of Louisville, and a Lecturer […]

In Memoriam: Norma Kershaw

It is with the deepest sadness that we share the news of Norma Kershaw’s passing and offer our sincere condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and students. Long-time AIA friend and supporter, Norma Kershaw, aged 95 years, died peacefully at her home in Mission Viejo, CA on September 14, 2020. Norma was born on New […]

AIA Webinars: Archaeology Abridged – Short Lectures

The AIA is excited to announce a new series of live lectures with award-winning archaeologist Dr. Patrick Hunt. Dr. Hunt offers short, twenty-minute talks on a variety of archaeological topics. The webinars are free, but registration is required. Webinar 1: The Fall of Civilizations: Famine & Climate ChangeThursday, September 24, 1pm ET on Zoom. (Completed)Dr. […]

COVID-19 and the Key Role of the Humanities and Social Sciences in the United States

The AIA is pleased to share an important statement on behalf of the humanities and social sciences in institutions of American higher education. The statement below, with the AIA as one of the signatories, was released on August 13, 2020. Consider the spread of COVID-19, global environmental degradation, and the deep divisions around race in this country. […]

Zominthos 2020: Week 5

Finds uncovered at an altar in the north sanctuary this week included many golden pieces in ashes, probably the remains of an idol.

AIA Webinars: Critical Conversations on Race, Teaching, and Antiquity

The AIA is pleased to announce a series of three webinars addressing issues of race, diversity and inclusion in teaching archaeology, classics, ancient history, museums, and cultural heritage. The webinars aim to provide concrete strategies for educators to incorporate new approaches and resources that promote inclusivity in courses on the ancient Mediterranean. The webinars are […]

The American Journal of Archaeology has a New Managing Editor

The Archaeological Institute of America is delighted to announce that Margaret “Meg” Sneeringer has joined the staff of the American Journal of Archaeology as its new Managing Editor.

AIA Joins with Numerous Learned Societies in a Letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement Regarding Its Decision to End Visa Exemptions for International Students

The AIA has joined with more than thirty members of the American Council of Learned Societies to send a letter to Matthew T. Albence, the deputy director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Announcement of Virtual Meeting

After extensive research and discussion, AIA and SCS staff and officers have decided that the January 2021 Joint Annual Meeting scheduled to take place from January 7-10 in Chicago will now be a virtual event.

In Memoriam: Robert H. Dyson, Jr.

The AIA is sad to share news of the passing of Dr. Robert Harris Dyson, Jr. We offer our sincere condolences to his colleagues, former students, and friends.

Initial Slate for Election – 2021

The Nominating Committee has submitted its initial slate for election. The Nominating Committee consists of Derek Counts, Deborah Arnold, Barbara Meyer, Thomas Morton, J. Theodore Peña, and Robert Rothberg. AIA members are encouraged to submit additional suggestions for consideration by September 1, 2020. More information regarding recommending candidates to the Governing Board can be found […]

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