NES - Near Eastern Studies

An interdisciplinary examination of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Attention is given to the competing historical, political, and religious narratives concerning the possession of the land. In addition, the religious and political factors that help shape America's foreign policy towards Israel and Palestine will be considered. This course is part of the Summer in the Holy Lands Program.

This class will be held in the modern state of Israel and will require student participation in archaeological field work. While digging, areas of focus will include archaeological techniques and methods, artifact cataloguing, and the analysis of pottery and stratigraphy. Data interpretation at key archaeological sites in the Holy Land will also be evaluated. This course is part of the Summer in the Holy Lands Program. Prerequisite: BIL-101 and BIL-102 or permission of Division.