Dr. Alexander Meyer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alexander Meyer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classical Studies at Western University. He holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania, an MA from Tufts University, and a PhD from Duke University. His research interests primarily focus on Roman imperial history, Latin epigraphy, and the mobility of travel in the ancient world. Additionally, he explores ancient clocks and calendars along with themes of identity in antiquity, and Roman provincial studies. He has contributed to notable publications such as 'Creation, Composition, Service Settlement Roman Auxiliary Units Raised in the Iberian Peninsula' and 'Vindolanda Calendrical Clepsydra: Time-Keeping Healing Waters.' His work aims to shed light on the intricacies of Roman life and culture, contributing significantly to the academic discourse in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Western University • London, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and researching Classical Studies with a focus on Roman history and culture.

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.