ASOR FELLOWSHIP RECIPIENTS: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
JUAN MANUEL TEBES
At the Wadi Khalid copper mines (Iron Age), Faynan, Jordan, 2013.
What was your most memorable moment during the excavation season you participated in?
Some people may say the most memorable moments are those when you unearth some astonishing ancient artifact. For me, the greatest moments are those shared with your fellow diggers, while chatting at the excavation or enjoying some drinks in the evening.
What advice would you give a fellow recipient?
There will be times before traveling to a dig when you will be overwhelmed by strong emotions of anxiety and – why not? – fear. Don’t panic, those feelings are completely normal and believe me, everyone has them the first time one goes to the field. In the field you will know people like you and, after a few days, you will feel this is one of the most awesome experiences in your life!
Are you still affiliated with ASOR as a member?
Yes, I am still affiliated. I am involved as a member and I plan to attend the 2014 Annual Meeting in San Diego.
What is the current status of your career or education (or other project)?
I was awarded my PhD in 2010; right now I am an Adjunct Professor at the Catholic University of Argentina, Assistant Professor at the University of Buenos Aires, and Researcher at the National Research Council (CONICET, Argentina).
How did the scholarship/grant help you with your career?
It would have been impossible for me to participate in archaeological excavations without the ASOR grants. Participating in such projects is key for pursuing an academic career, because it is in the field where you actually learn real archaeology and where you meet and interact with archaeologists.
