What the Archives Made Me See

By Eleni Klissas, William & Mary Archival research on the other side of the ocean is lonely work. An hour on the Pikrodaphne tram line, a ten minute walk through the residential area of Nea Smyrni, one small flight of stairs, a quick hello and chat to the secretary. This was my morning routine. AllContinue reading “What the Archives Made Me See”

Title: Pontian Oral Histories and Identity in Athens

By: Eleni Klissas, William & Mary Hello everyone! My name is Eleni Klissas, and I am a rising senior at William and Mary. After the arduous process of changing majors (more than a few times) I discovered my passion for learning about the Mediterranean basin, and am now a history and Middle Eastern studies doubleContinue reading “Title: Pontian Oral Histories and Identity in Athens”

New Insights from My Naxian Summer 

By Maya Parfitt, William & Mary So far, all the archaeological projects I’ve been a part of have led me to the most charming  places. Maybe it’s the fact that I’ve only worked in the Balkans, where stuff sometimes feels  chaotic or upside down to outsiders. As soon as I stepped foot on Naxos, afterContinue reading “New Insights from My Naxian Summer “