Explore castles, moated sites and ancient settlements inIreland this summer as you earn college units and learn about archaeology and applied cultural anthropology. Under the leadership of Foothill College Anthropology Instructor Sam Connell, Ph.D., the four-week field study project will focus on native Irish resistance to the English invasion in the 12th and 13th centuries.
Learn about the program’s curriculum, fees and travel details by attending a free information session April 15, at noon and again at 6 p.m. in Room 3102. You need only attend one session. For more program information and orientation details, call (650) 949-7197 or access
https://www.foothill.edu/anthropology.
Set for July 2015, Foothill’s four-week archaeology and anthropology project is based at Ballintober Castle in County Roscommon. You’ll concentrate on finding new archaeological sites and participate in all aspects of the project, including surveying, mapping and artifact recording. In addition to fieldwork, you’ll study Irish culture by visiting major attractions and working with a living history museum to conduct experiments in medieval technology. You’ll also earn 12 units and complete an exciting program that includes cultural excursions, lectures and service learning projects.
Throughout the experience, you’ll discover how the application of applied anthropology pertains to the modern world. No prior experience in anthropology is necessary. More than 200 Foothill students and community members of all ages and abilities have participated in Foothill’s field study programs.
For more information, call (650) 949-7197.