Alessia Cis
Cataloging Fragments at the Center for the Tebtunis Papyri
The Center For Tebtunis Papyri (CTP) received back thousands of papyrus fragments from Oxford belonging to the 1899 Grenfell and Hunt excavation in Tebtunis (Egypt). These fragments survive in various sizes and qualities, and are written in a number of different ancient languages. This summer I will catalog them by inventorying them, identifying the language, describing any notable features, and foldering them. I will also begin imaging the papyri for the online database. With this work, the CTP will be able to offer new research materials for scholars around the world.
Message To Sponsor
Thank you to the donors for funding this incredible opportunity. Because of them, I am able to continue researching at the CTP where I work with such fascinating and unique materials. I am grateful for the opportunity to work even more extensively with the papyri this summer!
Major: Greek and Latin, Italian Studies
Mentor: Todd Hickey, Center for the Tebtunis Papyri
Sponsor: Anselm A&H Fund