Webpages to Check
Out
The Archaeology Department at
Boston University just recently renovated their website, which is full of valuable
information for students at BU. Here you can find faculty profiles and contact
info, descriptions of the courses being offered, field school information, department
events, special lecture dates, and more.
A
sibling to the Archaeology Club at BU, the Flint Knapping Club is great for
hands-on experimental archaeology. They meet about twice a month, and the talented
Professor Runnels gives frequent demonstrations. Come discover the art behind
this ancient method of tool making, or just come to beat your aggression out
on some rocks. Really, you will have a fun time.
One of the two
largest archaeological organization in the United States. The SAA website features
a variety of useful resources to archaeology students, enthusiasts, professors,
and others. SAA Online is also a good place to conduct research, as they post
many of the articles from their printed bulletins online. The Student Connection
page is also a valuable resource where you can find job opportunities and information
on careers in archaeology. The SAA also holds an annual meeting, which is an
incredible experience, as anyone who has attended in the past will tell you.
The conventions allow students to meet prestigious archaeologists, expand their
opportunities, gain a wealth of information about the field, and of course have
a tremendously good time. The 2006 SAA convention will be held in San Juan,
Puerto Rico from April 26th to 30th. In the past, students from Boston University
have received funding from the school to pay for a portion of their trip, so
don't rule this incredible opportunity out. More information to come, so stay
tuned.
The
second big archaeological organization in the United States, the AIA has its
headquarters literally next door to Boston University in Kenmore Square. Their
webpage is an excellent resource where you can find the latest news in archaeology,
search for fieldwork opportunities, look up lectures being given in your area,
talk archaeology with other enthusiasts, and a great deal more. The AIA also
hosts an annual meeting, the next one is being held in Montreal from January
5th to January 8th.
If protecting the world's cultural heritage is important
to you (and it better be) then you should check this website out. Read up on
important archaeological news such as the looting of museums in Iraq and find
out how you can take an active part in preserving antiquities.
Located just down the street
in Kenmore Square, ICEAACH conducts lectures and research while promoting an
understanding and interest in archaeology at all levels, even in elementary
schools.
October is Archaeology Month in Massachusetts, which means
plenty lectures and other events for archaeology enthusiasts. They have a calendar
of events available for download in pdf format.