Upcoming Course- Archaeology of Ritual and Religion

The Archaeology of Ritual and Religion

This course will provide students with an introductory overview of the archaeological methods, theories, and practices used in the study of religious practices found throughout the ancient Mediterranean. Students will examine themes ranging from landscapes, burials, taboos, cultic sacrifices, and rites related to gender. The survey will begin in the Bronze Age and conclude in the Iron Age (c. 3300 – 500 BCE). In addition to structured lectures, students will be provided with supplemental materials to be reviewed as their schedule permits. No text is required.

Class will meet on Tuesdays (online) at 6:30 PM (until 8:30 PM) beginning March 1 – until April 19, 2022. Online lectures will utilize Zoom. Students will have access to all recorded sessions until July 1, 2022.

Course begins: March 1, 2022.

Cost per student: $75 (due by February 28, 2022) payable via check or PayPal.

Class size: ten (minimum) to thirty (maximum).

Total number of sessions: 8.

Your instructor will be Pat Lowinger.