Department 25th Anniversary Alumni in Attendance

Alumni of the Department of Archaeology and Art History came from many corners of the country to support the department as they celebrated 25 years of archaeology despite the bad weather.  Andrew Reinhard (94) one of the program’s first graduates, may have missed the evening festivities due to the icy conditions but he made it in time to participate in the activities the next day.  Also on hand was alumna Andrea Kendrick (10) who was essential in helping Dr. Kaiser get his book published at Rowman and Littlefield.  Rachel Lawrence (12) arrived from Illinois and Evansville residents Stephanie Weinhart (07), Justin Grant (11), and Kaman Hillenbug (12) attended as well.  All those that attended were glad they made the trip.

 

 

Stephanie W. talking with Dr. Jennie Ebeling

Rachel L. and Andrea K. catching up

Kaman H. sharing laughs with
Dr. Jim Berry associate professor of Anthropology.

 

 

               

               

Department 25th Anniversary Browning-Miller Intern in Attendance

Thanks to a generous donation by the Browning-Miller family the Department of Archaeology and Art History is able to invite a high-school senior interested in archaeology or art history to intern at the department in the spring semester.  This year’s internship was awarded to Kate H. from Evansville Day School.  Kate joined the department as they celebrated their 25^th anniversary.

 

Kate H., Browning-Miller intern at May House

Department 25th Anniversary Current Students in Attendance

Many current students of the Department of Archaeology and Art History braved the weather to join in the  celebration of the department’s 25^th Anniversary.  Some of them were able to be a part of the event thanks to the generous donations of several alumni.  Pictured here a just a handful of those who attended.

Tim S. and Stephanie M. talking to Dr. Pat Thomas


 



Allysa R. and Caitlyn H.
ready to answer questions about the department

 

Maria S. and her parents talking to Dr. Alan Kaiser

Holly H. making a generous donation to
Adopt-A-Tool as President Kazee looks on

 

Tim S. and Carly H. enjoying refreshments

          

         

               

Department 25th Anniversary Guest of Honor



Roger Petersen, Dr. Barbara Petersen, Dr. Alan Kaiser

A highlight of the 25-year celebration at May House on February 20^th, 2015 was having as guest of honor the daughter of UE professor emerita Mary Ellingson, Dr. Barbara Petersen and her husband Roger Petersen.  Mary Ellingson is the subject of Dr. Alan Kaiser’s book Archaeology, Sexism, and Scandal:  The Long-Suppressed Story of One Woman’s Discoveries and the Man Who Stole Credit for Them. Barbara, who lives in New York, talked to Dr. Kaiser over the course of his book writing but the two had never met.  At the event Barbara was overjoyed to finally see the book about her mother in print and to meet the author in person.  Barbara and Roger spent the evening talking to students and alumni and by the end of the night they were very impressed with all that they learned about the department. 

Department Celebrates 25 Years at UE

This post is the first of seven sharing the fantastic events commemorating the Department of Archaeology and Art History’s 25^th Anniversary.  Be sure to stay tuned for all of them.

It was a dark and stormy night on February 20^th, 2015 when the Department of Archaeology and Art History held their celebration at May House to recognize their 25^th Anniversary.  Despite the sleet and ice, the fundraiser at the president’s residence was well-attended and the crowd inside was warm and excited to be there.  Attendees learned about the Jezreel Expedition at the information table with current students Kelli D. and Morgan D. standing by to answer questions and share their experiences.   
 
 
 

Nearby they also had the chance to outfit the expedition with new tools at the Adopt-A-Tool station. 

 

 

 

 

In an adjoining room celebrants eagerly participated in the Silent Auction, “winning” such items as a Reitz Home behind-the-scenes tour, Dead Sea bath products, and Mesker Park Zoo passes. 

 

Enjoying his time in the spotlight was Dr. Alan Kaiser who spent the entire evening signing copies of his book Archaeology, Sexism, and Scandal:  The Long-Suppressed Story of One Woman’s Discoveries and the Man Who Stole Credit for Them for admiring fans of his work which included current students, alumni, students’ parents and UE colleagues. 

Dr. Alan Kaiser signing his book for current student Stephanie M.

Wine Pull Station with Development Officer Leigh Perry

 

Everyone got a chance to sample delicious Jezreel Valley Winery red and white wines and then had a chance to win them at the Wine Pull station. 

 

 

 

 

The evening was a great success and the department would like to thank all of our generous donors and volunteers who contributed to the event.

Archaeology Major's Artwork Featured on Crescent Cover

Congratulations to Rebecca Webb whose artwork was featured on the cover of the most recent UE Crescent magazine.  Way to go Becca!

Alumna Misti Spillman Named Executive Director of the Preble County Historical Society

Congratulations to UE Archaeology graduate Misti Spillman who has been named the new Executive Director of the Preble County Historical Society in Eaton, Ohio.  Misti, seen on the left when she was excavating at the UE Tin City site, holds a master's degree in public history from Wright State University.  She has specialized in presenting Civil War history to the public.  To learn more, follow this link:  http://www.pal-item.com/story/news/local/2015/01/27/preble-county-historical-society-names-new-director/22424143/