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Kelly Olson is a Professor in the Department of Classical Studies at Western University. Her academic expertise lies in ancient history, particularly focusing on Greek and Roman society and culture. She explores various themes including social attitudes, women, family dynamics, sexuality, slavery, and clothing in ancient times. Olson has also made significant contributions to the understanding of Roman art and architecture, as well as historiography. Her background includes a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Calgary and two Master’s degrees from the University of Victoria and the University of Chicago, ultimately achieving a PhD from the University of Chicago. Kelly's research interests extend into Roman jewelry, appearing in publications that feature her insights on how these artifacts connect with broader themes of identity and society in the ancient Mediterranean. She is involved in supervising graduate students and is passionate about sharing her expertise in various courses. Throughout her career, she has been recognized with numerous awards and grants supporting her research activities.
Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.