ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Welcome back and thanks for listening!
Last season, we spoke with Diane Chase, CGU’s VP for academic innovation, student success, and strategic initiatives. Not only is she well-versed in student success but is a widely-renowned archaeologist.
Her work was recently featured in PBS’s NOVA documentary program, one of the most popular primetime science series on American television. “Ancient Maya Metropolis” features Diane Chase and her husband Arlen, who for over 25 years have directed archaeological excavations at Caracol, Southern Belize. Their work has been vital to uncovering just how vast the city of Caracol was, and its significance to the Mayan people.
Tune in as Meg and Jeremy discuss the documentary, the breakthroughs thanks to modern technology, and the significance of preserving culture.
Chase is one of many examples of the incredible researchers we have at CGU—learn more about her here! Sources Mentioned:
Caracol Excavations website, where you can learn more about the Chases’ excavations in Caracol.
Ancient Maya Metropolis (episode available with qualifying charitable donation and subscription to PBS)
Inside Higher Ed feature on Arlen and Diane Chase, “The Road to Caracol”
