Dr. Pilaar Birch's 20-Episode Series on the Archaeology of Early Humans now streaming on Wondrium Dr. Suzanne Pilaar Birch has recently recorded a lecture series titled "Early Humans: Ice, Stone, and Survival." "Early Humans: Ice, Stone, and Survival" is now streaming on Wondrium. This 20-episode series tells the story of humanity's journey from our earliest origins in Africa to the emergence of agriculture, examines the role of climate and environmental change in driving these transitions, and how archaeological science is helping us go beyond the dig to discover more than we ever dreamed possible. Read more about Dr. Pilaar Birch's 20-Episode Series on the Archaeology of Early Humans now streaming on Wondrium
Guest Speaker Dr. John Sherry Discusses Anthropology and Innovation in the Technology Industry Dr. John Sherry, an anthropologist and former researcher at Microsoft and Intel, presented "Anthropology and Innovation in the Technology Industry" at the Delta Innovation District on Monday. In his talk, Dr. Sherry highlighted the importance of ethnographic research in shaping product design and business strategy. Read more about Guest Speaker Dr. John Sherry Discusses Anthropology and Innovation in the Technology Industry
New Article from Dr. Saadia Sultan Wahla Saadia Sultan Wahla, a UGA Ph.D Research Scholar, has recently published Mapping and monitoring of spatio-temporal land use and land cover changes and relationship with normalized satellite indices and driving factors, which addresses climate change in Pakistan. Read the full article here. Read more about New Article from Dr. Saadia Sultan Wahla
UGA alumni co-edit a book on social oceanography Nemer E. Narchi (PhD, The University of Georgia, 2011) and Christine M. Beitl (PhD, The University of Georgia, 2012), along with 32 collaborators, analyze the interactions between human beings and the coastal-marine environment through 15 different chapters that highlight the important presence of multivocality in maritime policy and coastal rights to foster the inclusion of the knowledge, desires, and visions of local actors in development projects and research agendas. Read more about UGA alumni co-edit a book on social oceanography
An Unprecedented Exhibition at the Field Museum by Dr. Attila Gyucha Co-curated by Dr. Attila Gyucha, an international traveling exhibition, entitled First Kings of Europe will open at the end of the month at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago. Read more about An Unprecedented Exhibition at the Field Museum by Dr. Attila Gyucha
Active Learning in Anthropology The University of Georgia recently hosted its inaugural Active Learning Summit to celebrate how the Active Learning Initiative is changing instruction across campus and explore ways to accelerate change in the future (UGA Today). Read more about Active Learning in Anthropology
Research from Asif Sandeelo and Colleague: Adoption of More Sustainable Fishing Practices in Pakistan's Waters An article has just been released by Ph.D. student Asif Sandeelo on modifications in the fisheries sector for the protection of the threatened species in Pakistani waters, co-authored with a Pakistan-based BBC Urdu reporter. This article was published in The Third Pole – a regional media outlet in Asia. Photo: A fish caught using longline gear, which will be sold in local markets (Image: WWF-Pakistan) Read more about Research from Asif Sandeelo and Colleague: Adoption of More Sustainable Fishing Practices in Pakistan's Waters
Anthropology Day 2023 Thank you to all of our 2023 Anthropology Day participants who made this event possible! Anthropology Day is a day for anthropologists to celebrate our discipline while sharing it with the world around us. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the latest research in anthropology through hands-on experience with different anthropological tools and interact with anthropologists to discuss the importance of this research in today's world. Special thanks to: Read more about Anthropology Day 2023
"Severe multi-year drought coincident with Hittite collapse around 1198–1196 BC," from Dr. Brita Lorentzen and Colleagues From Dr. Brita Lorentzen and colleagues, "Severe multi-year drought coincident with Hittite collapse around 1198–1196 BC," addresses the potential of climate change to alter human history and has been featured in several news articles. Read more about "Severe multi-year drought coincident with Hittite collapse around 1198–1196 BC," from Dr. Brita Lorentzen and Colleagues
From Dr. Victor Thompson: " Considering Ideas of Collective Action, Institutions, and “Hunter-Gatherers” in the American Southeast" Dr. Victor Thompson has recently published the article, "Considering Ideas of Collective Action, Institutions, and “Hunter-Gatherers” in the American Southeast," in the Journal of Archaeological Research. Abstract Read more about From Dr. Victor Thompson: " Considering Ideas of Collective Action, Institutions, and “Hunter-Gatherers” in the American Southeast"
