February 25, 2026
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!
Bianca Chiacchia (University of Calgary)
Field School location: Lindores Abbey, Newburgh, Fife, Scotland
Scholarship: Jane C. Waldbaum Field School Scholarship
Advice for future scholarship winners going on their first digs?
Don’t put too much pressure on yourself if you don’t have field experience yet – that is what field schools are for! Take a deep breath and just embrace the experience. You will learn all the skills you need as you go!
