Texas Exes Lunchtime Lectures

Texas Exes Lunchtime Lecture: Texas in the World of the Maya: Archaeology & Field Experiences 

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Join the Texas Exes for the September Lunchtime Lecture - “Texas in the World of the Maya: Archaeology & Field Experiences.”


The world of Maya archaeology is filled with discoveries and adventures. The University of Texas has been long involved in Maya archaeology and continues with research efforts in many parts of the Maya world. This presentation reviews research, field activities, and future promises from our campus to the ancient cities of the Maya.

 

Meet the Guest Speaker: Fred Valdez


Fred Valdez is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at UT Austin. He serves as Director of the Texas Archeological Research Lab (TARL), and also Directs the Programme for Belize Archaeological Project (PfBAP) in northwest Belize. His research includes investigations of social-political developments among pre-Maya through Postclassic Maya, studies of material culture, and human-environment interplay (specifically concerns of inequity, resilience, and adaptation). He is a recognized national and international scholar with numerous publications and presentations.

Please note: Virtual event link will be sent to registered attendees the week of the lecture. Registration closes at midnight on Wednesday, September 15.