anthropology

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Temple professor discovers 5,000-year-old silver jewelry in Oman
Type: News Story
The discovery of rare, multicultural artifacts was the first of its kind in the region.
February 7, 2023
Temple Made: Michael Madeja
Type: News Story
There are plenty of good reasons to go to school in a world-class city. For one, that's where you'll find world-class zoos.
October 25, 2013
Exhibit of Indian miniature paintings represents 12 years of collaboration
Type: News Story
A 12-year collaboration between Associate Professor of Anthropology Jhala Jayasinhji, Temple anthropology students and private artists has grown into a full-fledged Indian study abroad experience and led to a new type of contemporary painting that marries digital techniques with traditional Indian styles.
February 6, 2013
Public archeology project embraces Philly's immigrant past
Type: News Story
Due to fears of looting or damage to important artifacts, many archaeologists prefer to conduct their work in secured areas. But Temple doctoral student Deirdre Kelleher's dig at Philadelphia's historic Elfreth's Alley has been undertaken within full view of the public — and with the help of a number of volunteers.
December 20, 2012
Faces of Temple: Nicole Welk
Type: News Story
In the first of a continuing series profiling students and the opportunities available to them at Temple, anthropology major Nicole Welk discusses her work with the university's anthropology museum and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
November 7, 2011