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March 2, 2026

Field School Scholar Spotlight: Margaret Chaney

At the Deva fortress

16 students received AIA Field School Scholarships in 2025. Made possible through the Jane C. Waldbaum Archaeological Field School Scholarships and the newly established American School of Prehistoric Research Scholarships and Laura Obolensky Scholarships, these awards support emerging archaeologists as they gain hands-on experience at sites across the globe. Stay tuned as we highlight their stories and share updates from the field!

Margaret Chaney (Loyola Marymount University)

Field School location: Rapoltu Mare LV, Rapoltu Mare, Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania

Scholarship: American School of Prehistoric Research Archaeological Field School Scholarship

Advice for future scholarship winners going on their first digs?

Enjoy every moment of this incredible experience! Don’t be worried to ask the staff lots of questions, that is what they are there for!

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