Graduate Student Paper Award
The AIA Graduate Student Paper Award honors exceptional original archaeological research by graduate students, emphasizing excellence and clarity in both written and oral presentations at the AIA Annual Meeting.
Funder: Archaeological Institute of America
Due Dates: December 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Certificate of achievement, complimentary meeting registration, and two nights hotel stay for the AIA Annual Meeting
Summary: Recognizes and encourages outstanding original research by graduate students presented at the AIA Annual Meeting, rewarding excellence in both written and oral scholarly contributions.
Description
This award from the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) honors graduate students who present exceptional original research at the AIA’s Annual Meeting. The prize is designed to promote excellence in archaeological scholarship, highlighting the importance of clarity, originality, and effective communication in both written and oral formats. Submissions are judged by a committee of faculty and scholars on the basis of originality, concision, and delivery. The award aims to foster professional development and encourage high standards among emerging archaeologists.
