Courses taught by faculty within the departments of:
Various activities, events, and colloquia held by the departments of Anthropology, Art and Archaeology of the Mediterranean World, Classical Studies, History, History of Art, Linguistics, Philosophy, and South Asia Studies.
The Center for Ancient Studies at Penn is another excellent source for links, courses, and events pertaining to the study of the ancient world.
The Museum, through its research, collections, exhibitions, and educational programming, advances understanding of the world's cultural heritage. Its scholars research the archaeology and anthropology of areas throughout the world and the advancement of research techniques.
The Library system at Penn boasts numerous libraries useful to the ancient historian. The Van Pelt library houses seminar collections and the Museum has its own library. Furthermore there are excellent web resources available to Penn students including numerous article databases and e-journals.
There are many opportunities to travel as a member of the Gradute Group in Ancient History. Programs for study abroad are available through the American School of Classical Studies in Athens, the American Academy in Rome, and other similar institutions. In addition the opportunity for excavation and other projects is available through the ANCH faculty, the Museum, or other institutions.