November 25, 2025
Join us in San Francisco on Thursday, January 8 from 12-2 for an Archaeology Resources, Pathways, and Impact Fair! Sponsored by the Research and Academic Affairs Committee, this round-table style fair will provide information and access to a variety of archaeological and educational resources and career and research pathways. A great variety of organizations, groups, and initiatives will be available for discussion, resource distribution, networking, and other opportunities available through AIA and in development. The fair is intended for first-time and seasoned attendees to the Annual Meetings with something for everyone to discover. The fair is also a place to share interests and needs in career and research opportunities in addition to becoming engaged in AIA’s many initiatives and interest groups. A question/suggestion box and online form will be available as well. One outcome of the event will be material for the “Access & Responsible Practice” webpage under the Professionals tab on the AIA site, while another will be introducing a wide variety of AIA members to the meetings, to the discipline, and to each other.
Themed Tables include:
1. AIA Resources for Students and Professionals (AIA staff – Meredith Langlitz)
Information on resources such as fellowships, grants, and engagement opportunities offered by the AIA.
2. First-Time Attendees to the Annual Meeting: tips and tools (DEIB subcommittee – Elizabeth Greene, University of Western Ontario)
Insight and information to navigate the meetings for the first time as well as maximize the experience and meet other first-time attendees.
3. Redefining the Fieldwork Experience for Access (DEIB subcommittee – Dimitri Nakassis, University of Colorado, Boulder)
A discussion of barriers to fieldwork and the exchange of ideas for possible solutions (funding, access, disability)
4. Research Opportunities Network (RON) (RAA committee – VP Kim Shelton, UC Berkeley)
Come and learn about a new interactive online resource in development for finding researchers or material to research. Ideas and suggestions welcome from all AIA members at every stage of their career.
5. Flexible Fieldwork and Research Retention (Rights, Responsibilities, and Practices subcommittee – Maryl Gensheimer, University of Maryland))
An interactive discussion of flexible approaches to research and fieldwork to better allow for participation and retention in projects (shorter seasons in-person, remote work).
6. Engaging with Outreach (Outreach and Education Committee – VP Jen Thum, Harvard Art Museums)
Find out about engaging in outreach opportunities, such as Skype a Scientist, or bringing outreach to your community or group
7. Meet Society Officers and Society Officer Resources (Societies Committee – VP Katie Petrole, The Parthenon Nashville)
Interested in AIA local societies? This is an opportunity to get to know officers and leadership roles. Already a society officer? Come to pitch your program ideas and learn helpful tools.
8. Digital Resources and Access to Archaeology (DEIB subcommittee and Digital Archaeology Interest Group – David Wheeler, UC Davis)
An opportunity to discuss and discover digital approaches to archaeological research which may help to remove barriers to equitable access to cultural heritage.
9. Student Engagement in Archaeology (Student Affairs Interest Group)
Learn about opportunities to engage with SAIG and what resources they offer students.
10. Community and Mentorship in Archaeology: A Conversation with the Asian and Asian American Classical Caucus (AAACC – Chris Waldo, University of Washington)
Learn about AAACC and how to get involved.
11. Meet and Chat: Discussion and Networking at the Annual Meeting (RAA Committee – various members)
An open table with rotating participants to discuss any topic of interest, meet others of similar interests, and discover a wide range of resources.
12. U.C. Berkeley Archaeological Research Facility
Learn about local archaeological resources.
