The Department of History of the University of Akron presents a summer education abroad program/archaeological field experience. The program offers students an experiential learning opportunity focusing on Greece, the birthplace of artistic tropes and institutions, which were influential in the development of Western culture.

During this program, students will be exposed to ancient and Modern Greek culture, and get the opportunity to and engage with the fundamentals of archaeology, all while enjoying the superb Greek summer, sun, and beaches.

The program includes:

1) A six-day visit to Athens is where students will visit various archaeological and cultural sites and museums, and explore topics, such as ancient Athenian Democracy, the relationship between politics, religion, etc.

2) Day trips to other famous archaeological sites, such as Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi, and examine the origins of popular myths such as the Trojan war as well as the relationship between sports and various sectors of society and cultural production.

3) The Aegean island of Kea. On the island, students will visit important archaeological and cultural sites on the island as well as engage with the fundamentals of archaeology and conservation - all while handling archaeological materials and getting trained on digital photogrammetry with handheld cameras and UAVs. They will also be exposed to the various stages of traditional food production and preparation in a program that will take them from the farm to the table.