Dr. Sturt Manning

Professor

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Biography

Sturt Manning is a distinguished professor in the Department of Classics at Cornell University. His scholarly focus is on Classical Archaeology with a specific emphasis on Aegean and Cypriot archaeology. Manning's research encompasses complex societies, state formation, and interactions within the East Mediterranean region, particularly through the lenses of dendrochronology and radiocarbon dating analysis. He engages in archaeological fieldwork, emphasizing both survey and excavation methodologies. His work is integral to understanding ancient climate conditions and their impact on human activity. Manning has published extensively, contributing significant texts and articles to the field, including studies on the intersection of archaeology and palaeoclimate, and he has played a pivotal role in developing chronological frameworks for various historical contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Teaching and research in Classical Archaeology, focusing on dendrochronology and East Mediterranean Archaeology.

Courses

Introduction to Dendrochronology Archaeological Dendrochronology Themes in Mediterranean Archaeology

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture