Ancient Egypt featured at Georgian Court Summer Lecture Series
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Georgian Court University at Lakewood, New Jersey offers a 21st-century look at ancient Egyptian civilization during Egypt Fest, the July 12-17 series of lectures and special activities focused on the land of pharaohs, pyramids, and priceless antiquities.
Egyptologist Henry Ayoub of Cairo is the university’s special guest for the program that examines the country’s rich history, the impact of women rulers, modern archaeological discoveries, and Egypt’s ties to the earliest Christians.
The events, which are open to the general public, include morning and evening presentations, informal lunch discussions, and a Friday evening Egyptian dinner and lecture on Coptic art and architecture. Egypt Fest concludes with a Kids Cultural Day on Saturday, July 17, when area youngsters are invited to enjoy hands-on art activities and hear tales from ancient Egypt.
Mr. Ayoub, a former field archaeologist who worked in the area of Giza’s pyramids from 1992 to 1996, has shared in many digs around the Sphinx and was part of the team that uncovered the tombs of the pyramid builders. Since 1996, he has been a freelance guide who has led English-speaking tour groups from around the world and works closely with religious and educational groups interested in exploring the country. Mr. Ayoub has degrees in Egyptology and Coptic theology, and has a post-graduate degree as a professional tour guide. When he’s not in Egypt, he lectures around the world.
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