Summers, ANTH 494, 5-6 credits

The summer archaeology field school is designed to give students a level of competency in the archaeological field process. The course includes intensive instruction in site sampling, excavation, and mapping. Emphasis is given to documentation of stratigraphy and soils, record-keeping, and field photography. Often, students are introduced to the process of geophysical survey. In recent years the field school has been held in Georgia at the Native American province of Capachequi, famously visited by the Spanish conquistador Hernando de Soto.

For information contact Dr. Dennis Blanton, blantodb@jmu.edu

Summers

The Archaeology Field School at James Madison’s Montpelier is 4 weeks long, and is offered as a 4 credit-hour course.

For more information contact Dr. Julie Solometo solomejp@jmu.edu and visit the Montpelier website.

Sociology Study Abroad Summer Program

This three-hour credit program will allow students to apply the ‘sociological imagination’ to gain a deeper understanding of a European country’s rich cultural heritage and long-lasting legacy. Program activities include experiential learning, guided tours, field trips, workshops, guest lectures, etc. Students must select one of the following courses offered:

• SOCI 110: Social Issues in a Global Context
• SOCI 363: Sociology of Culture
• SOCI 391: Study Abroad

By the conclusion of this program, students will be prepared to assess the sociological processes affecting a contemporary European society and they will be able to draw conclusions as well as potential solutions for social problems; thus, becoming better global citizens.

For program information go to: https://www.jmu.edu/global/abroad/programs/jmu-europe-soci.shtml

Yamilette Chacon, Ph.D.

Program Director

chaconyd@jmu.edu