Archaeology
Designated Thursdays • 2:30 p.m.-3:45 p.m. • Mackey Auditorium/Stream-Rec
June 12 • July 17
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Instructor: Bonnie Shirley J.D., M.A. Coordinator: Renee Cabrera
Tech Coordinator: Bob Newcomb
Minoan Civilization, Part 1
June 12
Is the Minoan civilization the first civilization in Europe? What were its beginnings and how did the people reach Crete so long ago? Beginning at least 4000 years ago, it was artistic, elaborate and cultured. A trading center for the Mediterranean, it traded with and was influenced by Egypt.
Minoan Civilization, Part 2
July 17
The Minoan civilization was effectively destroyed by the eruption of Thera on the island of Santorini nearly 3600 years ago. Before that occurred, this advanced civilization developed written language and excellent plumbing, and imparted much of its art and engineering to the early Greek civilization. The legend of Theseus and the Minotaur comes from this connection.