Zooarchaeology Program

Dr. Jean Hudson, Department of Anthropology
Sabin Hall, Room 171A & 275
e-mail: jhudson@uwm.edu

What is Zooarchaeology?

Zooarchaeology is the study of animal remains from archaeological contexts to better understand human cultural behavior and ecology.

Facilities and Collections

• prep lab
• comparative osteological collections
• zooarchaeological library
• work space for analyses
• computer stations

Research and Student Projects

• MA and PhD research
• illustrated osteological guides
• taphonomic studies
• experimental projects
• ethnoarchaeological projects

Coursework and Volunteer Opportunities

• Zooarchaeology: Method and Theory, Anthropology 525.
• Study Abroad: Ancient Peoples and Animals of Peru, Anthropology 297 and 497.
• UROP Apprenticeship, Anthropology 296.
• Independent Study, Anthropology 199 and 699.
• Volunteer Opportunities.