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!
Julia Neumann (Bates College)
Field School location: Porta Nola and Porta Sarno at Pompeii
Scholarship: Jane C. Waldbaum Field School Scholarship
Advice for future scholarship winners going on their first digs?
Have so much fun! Going on my first dig was such an amazing experience and one that I will never forget. And if you are going somewhere hot/ humid definitely bring a cooling cloth or a fan for beside your bed at night!
