Study Abroad In Israel

Jewish Studies announces a new archaeological field course in Tel Burna, Israel.

Jewish Studies announces a new archaeological field course in Tel Burna, Israel.


This course will consist of a three-week excavation of Tel Burna, located in the southwestern foothills of Israel. At the site of Tel Burna, students will actively
participate in the archaeological excavation. Offsite, students will visit other important archaeological sites in Israel and attend weekly lectures on topics relevant to the areas of culture and history.

The course will acquaint students with both archaeology, as a field of study, and with the history and culture of the ancient Levant. Students will actively engage in archaeological method and practice through onsite participation in the excavation of Tel Burna. The collection and analysis of the material remains from Tel Burna will allow students to develop firsthand knowledge of the cultures of ancient Levant, particularly Judah and Philistia. The students will also gain a better understanding of the ancient history and geography of the southern Levant through guided field trips to archaeological sites outside of Tel Burna, as well as through a series of evening lectures.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications for UMD programs are submitted electronically via MyEA: http://myea.umd.edu.

There is a $50, non-refundable application fee to apply, payable directly via MyEA.

NOTE: If accepted, you must pay a nonrefundable $250 deposit within 10 business
days to confirm your space. The deposit is payable by credit card in MyEA and will be refunded only in the event of program cancelation. Failure to pay the deposit in a timely manner may result in your withdrawal from the program.

Last day to Apply: March 15, 2012
For program and course information, please contact Matthew Suriano at msuriano@umd.edu.

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