What You'll Learn
Join a small, faith-infused program that prioritizes hands-on learning. You might do research at the internationally -known Umm el-Jimal Project in Jordan , or learn in Calvin's cutting-edge archaeology lab.
At Calvin, you'll discover an ethical perspective on archaeology and history that looks beyond dates and artifacts. You might engage with refugees living near archaeological sites, or see how ancient water systems can provide clean water to threatened communities.
A minor in archaeology gives you valuable skills in history, art, geology, and many other disciplines. It complements and deepens almost any other field of study—from engineering to music.
What Makes This Program Great
Hands-on learning You'll find plenty of opportunities to get your hands dirty, from trips to the 2000-year-old Umm el-Jimal site in Jordan to campus lab work and research.
Versatile degree The archaeology minor program is extremely flexible--you'll tailor your program to match your interests and vocational goals.
Pairs with other degrees The experience and critical-thinking skills you'll nurture in the archaeology program are a great match for nearly any other major. From history to geology to social work, an archaeology degree brings added depth to many other fields.
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Explore archaeology at Calvin
Delve into the archaeology of Jordan
A centerpiece of Calvin's archaeology program is a trip to the remarkable site of Umm el-Jimal in Jordan, where you'll explore the history and culture of modern and ancient Jordan.
Helping modern communities with ancient engineering
In the Jordanian village of Umm el-Jimal, a Calvin student took part in a millennium-old engineering project: revitalizing the community’s access to clean water.
Faculty
Darrell Rohl
Director of Archaeology Program
