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Archaeology Field SchoolUniversity of Hawaii Archaeological Field School at Waimea Valley, O'ahuApplication Deadline: March 30, 2006 Project DirectorsDr. James M. Bayman, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Anthropology, University of Hawaii Field School DescriptionThe University of Hawaii is offering an archaeological field school at Waimea Valley Audubon Center, on the island of O'ahu. The program provides intensive training in archaeological survey, site excavation, and artifact analysis and interpretation. Students will attend lectures on Hawaiian archaeology and traditional history by local scholars and cultural practitioners. Field trips will be taken to selected archaeological and historical sites on the island.Waimea Valley is located on the stunningly beautiful North Shore of O'ahu. The valley has lush tropical forests, rich birdlife, picturesque cliffs, and a perennial river that drains to a coastal embayment along a white sand beach. The valley's ancient past is reflected in the remnants of houses (hale), agricultural features, religious temples (heiau), and rock shelters. In 1779, the valley was the first site of European contact on the island of O'ahu, a year after the British sailor -- Captain James Cook -- visited Hawai'i Island. The valley is currently administered by the National Audubon Society with oversight by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, a state agency in Hawai'i. Field school web site: www.anthropology.hawaii.edu/projects/waimea/ Field School Size: 1-15 Minimum age: 18 Is prior experience required?: No Specialized skills you will have the opportunity to learnManual Mapping/drawing (plan views, profiles): YesTotal Station EDM mapping: Yes Compass mapping survey: Yes Radar: Yes Digital Photography: Yes Excavation Survey Techniques: Yes Interpreting stratigraphy: Yes Lab work: Yes Database: Yes Artifact analysis: Yes Report writing: Yes Evening Lectures: Lectures will be scheduled during some afternoons, and possibly evenings Is travel during free time restricted?: No Academic, Credit Room and Board, & TuitionAcademic Credit: YesNumber of Credits: Six upper-division undergraduate or graduate credits will be offered by the University of Hawaii Tuition and fees: $2300 (includes a deposit of $100) Room and Board Information: Assistance locating housing is available, including on-campus housing and possibly camping near the field school location. Recommended readingsReadings will be assigned at the beginning of the field school.Archaeology field school contactJames M. BaymanDepartment of Anthropology, University of Hawaii 2424 Maile Way, Saunders 346 Honolulu, Hawaii 96822 USA Phone: 808-956-8511 Fax: 808-956-4893 Email: jbayman@hawaii.edu SummaryThe field school is located in one of the most beautiful rural valleys (and surfing beaches!) in the Hawaiian Islands. The traditional history of the valley is unique in Hawai'i and the archaeological record is largely unstudied. Students who participate in this field school will be the "founding members" of a brand new research program in Hawaiian archaeology. In addition to acquiring real-world experience in field archaeology, students will have the opportunity to explore and visit other cultural sites on the island. |