REU Site: The Athienou Archaeological Project, Cyprus

该奖项为本科生考古研究经验项目的继续提供资金。该项目为本科生提供了参加塞浦路斯Athienou考古项目的机会。10名学生将(1)接受调查和挖掘技术（如遥感、计算机辅助测绘）、记录保存和数据管理以及文物分析方面的指导；(2)参加由专家讲授的关于考古方法和理论以及塞浦路斯文化史的研讨会；(3)参观塞浦路斯的其他考古遗址和博物馆；(4)计划并完成一个独立的研究项目。(5)住在Athienou，从村民那里了解现代塞浦路斯的生活。学生将掌握考古实地调查的方法，对考古理论有更好的了解，对自己作为科学家的工作能力有信心。该奖项有助于基金会继续努力，通过积极的本科研究经历吸引有才华的学生进入科学事业。

This award provides funds to continue a Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site in Archaeology. The program provides undergraduate students an opportunity to join the Athienou Archaeological Project in Cyprus. Ten students will (1) receive instruction in survey and excavation techniques (e.g., remote sensing, computer-assisted mapping), record keeping and data management, and artifact analysis, (2) participate in seminars taught by experts on archaeological method and theory and the cultural history of Cyprus, (3) visit other archaeological sites and museums on Cyprus, (4) plan and complete an independent research project, and (5) live in Athienou and learn about life in modern Cyprus from the villagers. The students will master the methods of archaeological field research, gain a better understanding of archaeological theory, and gain confidence in their abilities to work as scientists.This award contributes to the Foundation's continuing efforts to attract talented students into careers in science through active undergraduate research experiences.