Indigenous Archaeology Field Methods Field School Application

Course: ANTM 408/508: Field Studies in Archaeology

Dates: June 23 through July 18, 2025

Cost: $4,500

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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. (Note: Prior field experience is not necessary.)

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

Health insurance covering illness and accidents is required for participation in the field school. Please provide your insurer's name.

Please provide a personal statement of interest and experience in archaeology.

Include any plans you may have to pursue archaeology as a career and your current academic status (e.g., freshman, junior), if applicable. In addition, please provide a short response about why you think archaeology is an important field of science and what are the strengths and weaknesses of the current discipline as you perceive it. This statement is required and must contain ~500 words.

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History is delighted to offer the C. Melvin Aikens Scholarship for the 2025 field school to contribute to students' tuition to attend. 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 attend.

No alcohol, drugs, or other substances are allowed at this field school.

By checking the box below, you acknowledge your agreement to comply with and support this alcohol and drug-free learning environment. This is a firm zero-tolerance policy.

NOTE: 2025 field school plans and safety protocols are subject to change based on guidance from the University of Oregon and the Oregon Health Authority.

Questions? Contact the field school director:

Gabriel Sanchez (gsanche2@uoregon.edu)

Indigenous Archaeology Field Methods Field School Application

Course: ANTM 408/508: Field Studies in Archaeology

Dates: June 23 through July 18, 2025

Cost: $4,500

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