We tracked Christina down to ask about taking part in the UNL Mummy Studies Field School this summer.
Hey, Christina! How did you hear about our program?I had heard about the program in my Dental Anthropology class at the beginning of the semester.
What made you interested in our program?
When I first heard about this program I was super interested in it. Then my friend who is also doing the program told me more about it, and I became even more intrigued. I also think that the program sounded amazing and how could I not participate in this? I think it will also kind of help me decide what way I want to go with anthropology.
What are you most looking forward to about our program?
I am really looking forward to the lab work we get to do because I am not a big science person but I find it super fascinating. I also am super excited to learn about the culture and see all the sites. Being able to analyze actual mummies, and seeing all of them I think it will be so cool. The activities and plans that have been listed look like a lot of fun and I am really excited for the day to day activities.
What are you most worried/anxious about your upcoming adventure in Sicily?
I think I am most worried about traveling because I haven’t traveled out of the country before so that scares me. Also, I am worried that my science knowledge won’t be up with everyone else. I love science I am just not very good at it which is a bummer because I think that it is super interesting.
What are your goals after you finish your undergraduate degree?
I plan on going to take a year off to work then going to grad school. I then would love to work in a museum, or do something along the lines of teaching. I coach so I teach water polo all summer, so teaching is just one of many things I love to do.
Is this your first time out of the country?
Yes it is. I haven't even been to Mexico or Canada so I am super pumped to explore somewhere new.
Do you know any Italian words or phrases yet?
I know absolutely no Italian. I love learning knew languages so I am excited to learn some words and phrases in Italian.
Who is your favorite mummy?
I think my favorite mummy would be King Tut because he is really the only mummy that I actually know of. :p
