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about MAHA...
The Macquarie Ancient History Association, or MAHA as
it is commonly called, was founded in 1978 with the aim of promoting the study
of Ancient History. The areas covered are extensive, embracing all of the
ancient world around the Mediterranean.
Since that time MAHA has grown into
a diverse association which provides information on recent research, social
events, lectures, the opportunity to exchange ideas and a meeting point for all
ancient historians and enthusiasts within the university community and anyone
with an interest in the subject.
The funds raised by the Association
through membership subscriptions and other activities are used in three main
ways:
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To assist Macquarie University
students to take part in archaeological excavations overseas as part of
their program of study;
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To support the Association’s
program of publishing, particularly the main publication, the journal
Ancient History: Resources for Teachers (formerly Ancient
Society: Resources for Teachers) which appears twice a year
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To purchase items for the Museum
of Ancient Cultures at Macquarie University.
MAHA
arranges a variety of activities throughout the year. These include:
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Lectures and
seminars by visiting and local scholars
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Ancient
History Study Days for Higher School Certificate (HSC) students
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Greek Drama
Festival for schools
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Workshops
and weekend seminars
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Excursions
and museum visits
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Film nights
and theatre parties
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Other social
functions
Members receive a regular Newsletter which keeps
them informed of forthcoming events and other relevant news. They may
also subscribe at a reduced rate to MAHA publications, such as the
journal
Ancient History: Resources for Teachers. Members are eligible
to stand for election to the MAHA Committee, or to seek co-option to
it.
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