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| August 4, 2015 |
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Member Type: No membership
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| Joint Statement from ASOR and AIA on Yemen |
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We view with growing concern the major humanitarian crisis in Yemen resulting from the continuing conflict there. We deplore the loss of life and injuries suffered by the civilian population and the accompanying social disruption. Read more ... |
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| ASOR Cultural Heritage Initiatives Symposium |
ASOR Cultural Heritage Initiatives Symposium
Sunday, November 22 from 12:30 – 5:00 PM*
The InterContinental Buckhead-Atlanta
Description: On Sunday, November 22nd following the 2015 ASOR Annual Meeting, ASOR’s Cultural Heritage Initiative will host a half-day symposium on the latest developments and projects that support cultural heritage and identity in war-torn regions of Syria and Iraq. Mark your calendars! Speakers and information on how to register, as well as plans for a possible luncheon will be announced soon. In the meantime, stay informed by visiting the ASOR Syrian Heritage Initiative’s website and Facebook page. View events page...
*Time subject to slight change
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| BASOR Editor named NEH Public Scholar |
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Congratulations to BASOR Co-Editor, Dr. Eric Cline, on being named a National Endowment for the Humanities Public Scholar. Dr. Cline has been given a grant to assist him in finishing his book, Digging up Armageddon: The Story of Biblical Megiddo from Canaanites to Christians. He is among 36 scholars who have received grants from the NEH's new Public Scholar program. Read more ... |
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| Cultural Heritage Initiative Weekly Report 44 |
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During the reporting period, reported heritage damage declined markedly relative to rates documented for the previous two months. It is too early to determine the cause for this decline and to determine whether it is linked to an actual decline in heritage incidents or, instead, represents an aftereffect of the recent hyper‐focus on the capture of Tadmor/Palmyra by ISIL and/or the reduced capacity of many in‐country monitoring groups linked to the expanding footprints of ISIL and other extremists. Read more ... |
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| ATTENTION STUDENTS: Annual Meeting Scholarships Deadline |
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Don’t miss the August 15 deadline to apply for a scholarship to help with your 2015 ASOR Annual Meeting travel expenses. ASOR, in cooperation with several foundations and general donors, will award up to 10 Travel Grants of $250 each, and up to 6 service scholarships of $700 each to student members. Eligibility and application requirements are posted on the Annual Meeting website. Questions should be directed to Britta Abeln at asor@bu.edu or 617-353-6570. Read more ... |
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| 2015 ASOR Annual Meeting Program-at-a-Glance |
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The 2015 ASOR Annual Meeting will be full of interesting sessions, exhibitors, networking opportunities, and activities. Routinely check this page for the most up-to-date scheduling information. For a preview of the sessions check out the Program-at-a-Glance. Read More ... |
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| Don't Miss Out, Reserve Your Room Now! |
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Have you made your hotel reservation for the 2015 ASOR Annual Meeting, November 18-21 in Atlanta? ASOR has negotiated a discounted group rate ($149+) at The InterContinental Buckhead-Atlanta and rooms are selling fast. Make your reservation before it’s too late. Click here for more information about the hotel and making reservations. If you have any questions about the hotel or the Annual Meeting, please contact Arlene Press at asortmtgs@bu.edu |
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| What's in Your Dig Bag? |
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In our “What’s in Your Dig Bag?” series, we asked working field archaeologists what they carry with them out in the field. We wanted to know what gear they love and what items might be unique to them. Follow the link to see new posts from James Strange, Morag Kersel, and Norma Franklin. Read more...
If you're interested in opening your dig bag up for ASOR, contact Kaitlynn Anderson.
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