Joseph Rife
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Vanderbilt archaeologists discover important medieval and Roman artifacts in ancient port city of Caesarea
Vanderbilt archaeologists have uncovered clues to everyday life in the medieval Near East, as well as the best-preserved remains found to date of Herod’s Temple of Rome and Augustus, at the site of what was once a bustling port city on the Mediterranean. Read MoreDec 16, 2019
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Scholar who pioneered Vanderbilt’s curriculum in classical antiquity dies
A memorial service at Benton Chapel is planned Feb. 23 for Barbara Tsakirgis, professor of classical studies, emerita, who recently died. Read MoreJan 30, 2019
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Role of Syriac culture in religious history focus of exhibit
The rich Syriac culture, which has faced continued threats of extinction due to ongoing strife in nations such as Syria and Iraq, is featured in an exhibit at Cohen Memorial Hall through March 2. Read MoreFeb 12, 2018
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New research on the ancient Mediterranean among workshop topics
Researchers from a variety of institutions who study the Late Antiquity will be on campus Oct. 19-20 for a consortium in which Vanderbilt faculty across many academic disciplines will participate. Read MoreOct 16, 2017
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Expanded vision for Arts and Science’s Classical and Mediterranean Studies
The new Program in Classical and Mediterranean Studies expands the scope of a venerable academic department by building on faculty strengths across disciplines. Read MoreSep 26, 2016
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Hudson, Emeson top faculty honorees at fall assembly
The Earl Sutherland Prize for Achievement and Thomas Jefferson Award for distinguished service were among those awarded Aug 27 at Fall Faculty Assembly in the Student Life Center. Read MoreAug 27, 2015