IFR Field School Directors Honored for Excellence in Preservation Education
The Institute for Field Research is proud to celebrate Dr. Michelle Rathgaber and Sarah Shepard of the Arkansas Archeological Survey (ARAS) for receiving Honorable [...]
What Comes After Field School?
An aspect of field school that is not often discussed is how much it causes you to reflect on your likes and dislikes and how [...]
How Field School Changed My View of My Major
Participating in the Yanguanzhai field school program in Xi'an, China was a transformative experience that reshaped my perspective on my major, Asian & Asian American [...]
Top Tips for a Successful Field School Application
Field schools are a chance to roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of hands-on research. Whether you’re digging into Bronze Age [...]
All I want for Christmas is… an IFR field school!
With the holiday season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to start preparing for your summer archaeology adventures. Whether you’re gearing up for your [...]
Exploring Transylvania: Castles, Culture, and Adventure Beyond the Dig in Romania
Nestled within the Carpathian basin you can find Transylvania, a land lush with mountain greenery and active wildlife. While riding the train across their [...]
An Insider’s Guide to Choosing the Right Field School
So you have decided that you want to embark on an exciting new journey and go to a field school - Yay! Field school is [...]
Top 10 Reasons to Attend the Monastic Midlands Excavation Field School
Want to have a great field school experience? Try out the Monastic Midlands Excavation Field School this summer! Here’s 10 reasons why: Learning [...]
Navigating Reentry: Tips for Adjusting Back to Life After the Field
So, you just came back home from an amazing experience and now you have to ask yourself the scary question: What’s next?! If [...]
Welcoming Kate Rose: A Q&A with IFR’s Director of Programs
Meet Kate Rose IFR Director of Programs We are excited to welcome Kate Rose as the new Director of [...]