Archaeology at Memorial
Archaeologists study past and contemporary human cultures, across a variety of spatial and temporal scales, through the material left behind. Our objects of study encompass artifacts (e.g. tools and other objects modified or created by humans), features (e.g. architectural remains, hearths, artistic depictions), ecofacts (e.g. plant, animal and human remains, as well as sediments), archaeological sites and their associated landscape settings.
In the Department of Archaeology, our students engage in practical training and experiential learning in classroom, laboratory and fieldwork settings that provide a comprehensive education and transferable skills. We have begun to develop and expand our distance learning options through the development of online courses and remote teaching offerings that allow students from all over the world and different walks of life to join and learn with us and discover different aspects of archaeology. State of the art laboratories specializing in applied archaeological sciences, environmental archaeology, archaeological conservation, and artifact analysis integrate students into community-university research initiatives from Northern Labrador to French Guiana and from Alaska to Northwest Europe.
As one of the largest Archaeology departments in the country, we train our students to become effective researchers, critical thinkers, and active stewards for our shared archaeological heritage.
News
Dr. Ujunwa (Uju) Rita Onah and Heather Tough, two recent Memorial Archaeology graduates, were highlighted in the Fall 2024 Convocation by the Gazette.
Dr. Ujunwa (Uju) Rita Onah earned her PhD in Archaeology and Heather Tough earned her Bachelor of Arts (Honours & Co-op) in Archaeology and Anthropology during the Fall 2024 Convocation.
Check out more about Dr. Ujunwa (Uju) Rita Onah's work on the Gazette's website.
Check out more about Heather Tough's motivation on the Gazette's website.
The Department of Archaeology is happy to announce a new course offering for Winter 2025: ARCH 3685: Archaeology of Pollution, with Dr. Natasha Leclerc, NSERC Postdoctoral Fellow & Adjunct Professor, Department of Archaeology.
Check out the poster below for more information!
Ad Poster for Archaeology of Pollution (Winter 2025) [PDF]
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Jamming Disciplines Colloquia is proud to present an upcoming graduate student conference opportunity, titled: Cultural Explorations: An Interdisciplinary Symposium on Humanity.
The Cultural Explorations Conference Planning Committee is welcoming abstracts from Memorial University graduate students in the area of cultural studies to present a poster or presentation (or both) at the upcoming conference.
This event is hosted by the Departments of Anthropology, Archaeology, & Folklore, but is open to graduate students in any Memorial Faculty/Department/School whose research intersects with cultural studies.
We also welcome submissions for the poster session from undergraduate students, just kindly reach out to Jordan with your poster idea to ensure it fits our conference format.
Any inquiries or submissions can be made to Jordan Hollahan at jdvhollahan@mun.ca.
Important Dates & Locations:
- Conference Date: Tues., Nov. 26, 2024: 10 am to 5 pm
- Conference Location: Queen’s College (Presentations 10-3 pm in QC 4028 & Posters 3-5 pm in the Great Hall)
- Submission Deadline: Fri., Oct. 25, 2024, by 11:59 pm
Presentation & Poster Submission Requirements:
- Abstract: 250 to 500 words, describing your research or area of interest for the poster / presentation (we want to know what you want to present).
- Bio: 50 to 100 words, describing yourself as a graduate student.
Considerations:
- Poster dimensions: 48 inches (width) by 36 inches (height)
- Virtual presentations are available.
- Presentations will be 10 - 15 minutes long.