I am a 20-year-old studying at Georgia State University for my Bachelors in Anthropology. I attends the most diverse and innovative university in Georgia, which happens to be only a few miles from home. I got a head start on my career thanks to the Humanities Inclusivity Program, which has allowed me to develop a research project and present at multiple local and national conferences.

My current research focuses on the MARTA Archaeological Collection, learn more on the research page. I am attending a field course at St Andrews University in June 2025 focused on the excavation of a medieval monastery. I am planning on pursing either historical archaeology or medieval archaeology.

I enjoy doing photography as a hobby, especially of live music. I am heavily involved in GSU’s student radio, the famous Album 88. I was the Promotions Director from Fall 2024-Spring 2025, and now continue as a volunteer DJ. I am also the vice president of GSU’s Anthropology Club.

Contact: ecantkier1@student.gsu.edu

Academia page: https://gsu.academia.edu/EmmettCantkier