The
Summer Archaeology in Belize
takes place in
northwestern Belize, Central America
and is an exciting and fun way to get involved with
original, archaeological discovery and research. You may earn credit
as an internship at Elon University (Elon students) or at your home
institution. Students will have
the opportunity to learn archaeological methods including mapping
and excavation techniques, artifact analysis, and soils
identification, as well as studying ancient Maya culture, Belizean
culture, and tropical forest ecology.
Students will also have the opportunity to visit a few of the
nearby archaeological sites, including one that has been excavated
and restored for tourism, the third largest Maya site in Belize, the
site of
Lamanai.
The field school hosts students from across every discipline
and from all over the world allowing for a diverse learning
experience. Movie
nights, lectures, and group meals add to the atmosphere of learning
but also create an opportunity for fun and making new friends.