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Opening the Ancient World

A Public Academic Virtual Conference

Livestreaming here Sunday-Monday, July 21-22, 2024.
Watch & ask questions below.

Please select your language for viewing the conference.

Ask questions for the presenters below!

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OTHER VIEWING OPTIONS

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.

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Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns at conference@saveancientstudies.org.

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​Conference theme for 2025:

Body and Medicine in Antiquity: Health Care, Knowledge, and Practice

We hope to see you again next year!

2021 PROCEEDINGS PUBLICATION

Preview our open access publication, under contract with ArchaeoPress!

SOCIAL HOUR

On July 22nd at 6:00 PM EDT, click below to join a Social Hour with SASA!

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Please give us feedback about the conference so we can make it even better next year!

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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Theme:

Representations of the Past in Ancient & Modern Times

Conference Description

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 YouTubeFacebook, 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 YouTubeTwitter / X and Facebook

Archthot's YouTube and Instagram

Spanish Streamers

Crónicas de la Historia's YouTube

History in 5 minutes' YouTube

Semo Historia's YouTube 

Arabic Streamers

التاريخ المفقود YouTube

القيصر في التاريخ أحمديوسف عزالدين YouTube

About the Conference
Other Live Channels
Schedule & Program
RSVP - Special Session
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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 Conference
    Social Hour for SASA Virtual Conference
    Mon, Jul 22
    Zoom
    Jul 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Jul 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Join the presenters from the conference to keep chatting about ancient studies! *RSVP REQUIRED*
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  • Archaeogaming: Entering Antiquity through Gaming
    Archaeogaming: Entering Antiquity through Gaming
    Mon, Jul 22
    Online Conference
    Jul 22, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM EDT
    Online Conference
    Jul 22, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM EDT
    Online Conference
    Join us for a panel discussion on archaeogaming!
    Share
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Keynote Speakers

Keynote Speakers

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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​

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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.

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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:

In the Classroom

1

Hold an academic Ancient Studies conference freely available to the public.

Senior Female Teacher

2

Foster discussion and action regarding public outreach and scholarly inclusiveness.

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3

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.

Conference Goals

Next Year's Conference

Next Year - Conf 2025
Opening the Ancient World Virtual Conference 2025
Opening the Ancient World Virtual Conference 2025
Jul 20, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT
Online Conference
Support Our Work
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:

  • Exciting Drawing Challenges: Test your creativity with fun, ancient-themed drawing tasks.

  • Collaborative Art: Join fellow enthusiasts in creating unique artworks.

  • 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.

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$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:

  • Share your ideas and suggestions for SASA’s future development.

  • Network with fellow supporters who share your passion for ancient studies.

  • 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.

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Donate any amount and receive 1 ticket to a special SASA Ancient Studies "Pictionary" event!

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PARTNERS

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SASA's Archaeogaming Education Program is supported by grants from NEH, NJCH, and University of North Carolina.

Learn more here.

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