Intro to Roman Archaeology

This course introduces students to the archaeology of the ancient Roman world. We explore major themes in the study of that world, such as urbanism, the economy, identity, and religion, by examining the main categories of archaeological evidence for the reconstruction of Roman society. Along the way, we investigate material culture through the eyes of people of varied backgrounds and experiences - enslaved captives of war, powerful matriarchs, the urban poor, megalomaniacal emperors, and more - and discuss recent developments in archaeological research methods