Darius Arya, Ph.D.: The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire
Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3 p.m.
$20 ■ No charge for Four Arts members
Dixon Education Building
$20 ■ No charge for Four Arts members
Dixon Education Building
Why did the greatest empire in Western history unravel? It’s a story of power, politics, ambition — even resilience — and eventual collapse. In this lecture, Rome-based archaeologist, historian, and television host Dr. Darius Arya will journey through Rome’s long decline, drawing from his work on site and on screen — from imperial palaces to remote outposts — to unpack the internal fractures and external pressures that brought it down. He will examine military overreach, political chaos, economic shifts, massive migrations, and cultural transformations. Sound familiar? History doesn’t just echo — it warns. And in a time of global uncertainty, Rome’s fall feels more relevant than ever. As a TV host and archaeologist, he will bring the evidence to life, connecting ancient ruins to today’s realities. The past is never past — it’s a mirror.