Connley Caves Field School Application

Course: Introduction to Museum Collections and Laboratory Methods

Dates: September 2 to September 12, 2025

Questions? Contact Katelyn McDonough (kmcdonou@uoregon.edu)

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List any anthropology and archaeology courses you have taken. List course number, title, number of credits, your course grade, and the name of the institution. Include a description of any related non-academic experience here as well. No prior lab or museum experience required.

In case of emergency, are there health concerns or dietary restrictions we should know about? This information is voluntary and confidential.

Please provide a personal statement of interest and experience in archaeology and/or museum studies. Include any plans you may have to pursue archaeology or museum work as a career and your current academic status (e.g., freshman, junior), if applicable. This statement is required and must contain 100-200 words.

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History is delighted to offer the C. Melvin Aikens Scholarship to contribute to students' tuition. Selection of this award will be on a needs-based evaluation. If you would like to be considered for this award, please provide a statement of need that explains how receiving the C. Melvin Aikens Scholarship will affect your ability to enroll.

Credits and Grading: 4 credits, pass/no pass only (this class cannot be taken for a letter grade)

Connley Caves Field School Application

Course: Introduction to Museum Collections and Laboratory Methods

Dates: September 2 to September 12, 2025

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