NES Department Lecture: JJ Shirley

JJ Shirley, Director of the TT110 Field School & Objects Project and Managing Editor of the Journal of Egyptian History, presents a lecture titled, "Tombs as markers of social networks and power structures: Examples from New Kingdom Thebes." Abstract: Determining social networks and power structures relies on an array of data generally comprised of names […]

Classics Lecture: Ted Gellar-Goad

Professor Ted Gellar-Goad of Wake Forest University presents a lecture titled "Fractals and Queer Time in Plautus’ Epidicus" in Gilman 108. Abstract: "Plautus’ Epidicus, his second-shortest play, has what’s been described as “the ancient world’s most mind-boggling plot.” But its plot isn’t so mind-boggling if we think of it as like a fractal, a mathematical phenomenon built out […]

AIA Gladys Callahan Vocci Justice Lecture: Travis Parno

The Baltimore Society of The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) welcomes Travis Parno of Historic St. Mary's City for a talk titled "Unearthing St. Mary's 1634 Fort." The talk will take place in Gilman Hall 50.

The 18th Lavy Colloquium

The Stulman Program Presents: "The Impact of the Israel-Hamas War on Israeli Domestic Politics and Foreign Policy". The colloquium will take place on October 27, 2024 from 10am-5pm at Johns Hopkins Hillel, 3109 N. Charles St., Baltimore.

Israel/Gaza Panel

A panel discussion titled "Israel, Gaza, and the Wars in the Middle East" will take place on Monday, October 28, 2024 from 3-5pm in the Carnegie Science Building Rose Auditorium, 3520 San Martin Dr., Baltimore, MD 21218. Please register in advance: https://forms.office.com/r/WEs9Kr3hiS Description: The October 7 attack and its aftermath threaten to spread to ever-wider regional […]

2024 Samuel Iwry Lecture: Sara Milstein

Mudd Hall Auditorium 3400 N Charles Street, Mudd Hall, Room 26, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Sara Milstein, Professor of Hebrew Bible and Ancient Near Eastern Studies in the Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies at The University of British Columbia, presents the 2024 Samuel Iwry lecture titled, "From qin'â to 'Jealousy': The Complex History of a Hebrew Word." Abstract: Numbers 5 details an elaborate ritual for a woman whose husband has […]

Lunch Lecture Series: Wilson and Myrick

JHU NES students Victoria Wilson and Faith Myrick will present their recent research. Wilson's talk is titled "Domestic or Dole? Food Production Strategies at Kurd Qaburstan." Myrick's talk is titled "I Just Need That One Thing: Exploring Digital Methods of Searching for Comparative Material in Seals." The presentations will take place in Gilman 130G at […]

AIA Dorothy Kent Hill Lecture: Eric Cline

The Baltimore Society of The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) welcomes Eric Cline of George Washington University for a talk titled "1177 BC and After: The Collapse and Survival of Civilizations." Room TBD.

Classics & NES Lecture: Catherine P. Foster

Dr Catherine P. Foster (Argus Cultural Property Consultants) will give a talk titled "Beyond Borders: International Collaborations in Cultural Heritage" in Gilman 130G. Abstract: "This paper explores the inspiring stories and transformative initiatives that unite nations, institutions, and individuals in safeguarding and celebrating our collective legacy. Join us as we showcase the power of collaboration […]