Opening the Ancient World
A Public Academic Virtual Conference
Conference theme for 2025:
Body and Medicine in Antiquity: Health Care, Knowledge, and Practice
We hope to see you again next year!
Livestreaming here Sunday-Monday, July 21-22, 2024.
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If you would like to attend the conference in another place, please click on one of our options above, or watch on one of our partners' channels.
This conference, featuring live interpretation between English, Spanish, and Arabic, is supported by a grant from the Wenner-Gren Foundation.
Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns at conference@saveancientstudies.org.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Theme:
Representations of the Past in Ancient & Modern Times
When:
July 21st and 22nd, 2024
Where:
This is a FREE public conference that will be live streamed
ON THIS PAGE
and on our partners' channels:
English Streamers
SASA's YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and Twitter / X
World History Encyclopedia's YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter / X
Digital Hammurabi's YouTube, Twitter / X and Twitch
World of Antiquity's YouTube
Per-Hay Studio's YouTube
New Classicists' Facebook and Twitter / X
History with Kayleigh YouTube, Twitter / X and Facebook
Archthot's YouTube and Instagram
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RSVP required to participate in Special Session during the conference live stream.
RSVP must be one hour prior to the Special Session.
Social Hour takes place on a private Zoom after the conference ends.
Social Hour for SASA Virtual ConferenceMon, Jul 22Zoom- Archaeogaming: Entering Antiquity through GamingMon, Jul 22Online Conference
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Keynote Speakers
Dr. Martha Tepepa Covarrubias
Ph.D. in urban environmental studies from El Colegio de México, Mexico City.
M.A. in cultural anthropology from Columbia University, New York
Dr. Laura Castro Royo
Director online public project Las Plumas de Simurgh
(Mesopotamia and Iran)
Ph.D. School of Art History and School of Modern Languages, University of St Andrews, Scotland
M.A. Medieval Studies, Universidad Complutense de Madrid.
Prof. Marian Feldman
Professor & Diversity Champion:
W. H. Collins Vickers Chair in Archaeology
Ph.D. in art history at Harvard University in ancient Near Eastern Art
Conference Goals
Save Ancient Studies Alliance hosts the fourth year of our
NEW type of conference for ALL Ancient Studies scholars with the following goals:
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Hold an academic Ancient Studies conference freely available to the public.
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Foster discussion and action regarding public outreach and scholarly inclusiveness.
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Present and support excellent scholarship by independent scholars around the world, in order to continue building a joint community of scholars including both those whose occupations are inside and outside academia.
Next Year's Conference
SUPPORT OUR WORK
The conference is FREE to attend but donations are appreciated.
Your tax-deductible donation helps support SASA’s education and live events programs.
WHAT YOU GET FOR DONATING TODAY!
ANY AMOUNT
Join Us for Pictionary Night
Celebrate your passion for ancient studies with a night of creativity and fun at our Donor Appreciation Pictionary Night!
Date: July 27th
Time: 8:00 PM EST
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of ancient studies as we explore historical figures and related topics through the art of drawing. This event is our special way of saying thank you to all donors who contribute during our Virtual Conference.
Event Highlights:
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Exciting Drawing Challenges: Test your creativity with fun, ancient-themed drawing tasks.
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Collaborative Art: Join fellow enthusiasts in creating unique artworks.
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Exclusive Features: Your creations could be showcased on our special hoodies and souvenirs.
Come join like-minded individuals who share your passion for ancient history and enjoy an evening of artistic exploration and camaraderie. Don’t miss this chance to have your artwork celebrated and make unforgettable memories.
$500 OR MORE
Meet the Founder of SASA
We are thrilled to announce a special opportunity for our generous supporters! During the 2024 Virtual Conference, all donors who contribute $500 or more are invited to an exclusive roundtable event with David Danzig, the founder of Save Ancient Studies Alliance.
Date and Time: TBD
This unique event offers you the chance to:
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Share your ideas and suggestions for SASA’s future development.
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Network with fellow supporters who share your passion for ancient studies.
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Engage in meaningful conversation with our founder and fellow supporters.
We deeply value your support and look forward to an evening of impactful dialogue and collaboration. Join us in shaping the future of SASA and making a lasting difference together.
Donate $500 or more to qualify and secure your spot at this exclusive event.
Donate any amount and receive 1 ticket to a special SASA Ancient Studies "Pictionary" event!
