This interdisciplinary minor is for students with diverse interests in the material culture of the ancient world. Course work combines the study of archeology, literature, art, history, philosophy, myth, and religion. The scope of the minor is not limited to Greece and Rome, but touches on all the an...
The passing away of the Roman Empire is a compelling idea that has captured minds for centuries. At its height in the second century AD, Rome was the most powerful state the ancient Mediterranean had ever seen. By the year 500, however, the Western Roman Empire had fragmented into several smaller suc...
Since antiquity the Middle East and Europe were intricately connected. Large empires, religious wars, cultural traditions, population movements, trade activity and similar developments led to a shared experience that left an indelible mark on what it came to be known as Europe and the Middle East. Th...
As an art history major at Mason, you'll investigate works of art to learn about how and why they were made, and about the people who made them. You'll study art as a form of personal expression and a record of its historical moment by understanding not only the artwork's aesthetic qualities, but als...
On Saturday, April 15th, 2023 George Mason University's Early Identification Program (EIP) and Institute for Immigration Research (IIR) brought together over twenty high school students, graduate students, faculty, and staff to share conversation, food, and a moving performance of the Shakespeare The...
Do you have a broad area of interest and aren't sure what academic path to choose? Start with different themes in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences! Our themes offer a variety of areas of focus geared toward current passions and interests relevant to the real world. Each theme includes...
These alumni were selected based on professional accomplishments in their field; service and contributions to their department, college, and university; philanthropic activities; and enhancement of alumni and community engagement at Mason. The Fall 2017 Distinguished Alumni Awards Reception was held...
This course will trace almost 1000 years of Jewish history (mid-sixth century BCE - fifth century CE) in order to examine the development of early Judaism and the formation of diverse Jewish communities. In locales as disparate as Egypt, Babylonia and Rome, Jews turned Judaism into a global religion,...
Each year, the Rome Prize is awarded to about thirty artists and scholars who represent the highest standard of excellence. To read the guidelines and begin an application, visit aarome.org/apply/rome-prize. Rome Prizes are awarded in the following disciplines: Ancient Studies Architecture De...
