NATURE NOTES: Archeologists unearth unexpected wonders in a cave near Marfa
Research conducted by the Center for Big Bend Studies, Sul Ross State University and the Odyssey Archaeological Research Fund at the University of Kansas was featured on Nature Notes this week. We just wrapped up our 6th season on Friday, July 26th, and we look forward to sharing more about […]
NATURE NOTES: Archeologists unearth unexpected wonders in a cave near Marfa
Bryon Schroder interviewed July 25, 2024 for Nature Notes: Marfa Public Radio
The interview lasts 3 minutes and 59 seconds.
Transcript
By Andrew Stuart
“The journey is the goal.” It may be a cliché, but it rings true in many human endeavors, including science. Researchers […]
Homer Mills Research Endowment
In February we lost a stalwart conservationist of the cultural resources in the Big Bend Region—O2 Ranch manager and CBBS board member Homer Mills. Homer loved the science of archaeology, frequently contributing his knowledge, passion, […]
New Investigations into La Junta de los Rios
When Bryon Schroeder talks about Canta Recio, it’s clear his fascination lies with what is not yet known. This gap in archaeological knowledge provides exceptional potential for learning — that’s what fuels the CBBS director’s […]
Accepting Applications for SRSU Masters in Anthropology
The new Master of the Arts in Anthropology program recently passed one of its last hurdles, approval by Sul Ross State University administration. After months of development, the fall launch of this groundbreaking graduate program represents a […]
2024 Summer Field School
2024 Sul Ross-CBBS Archaeological Field School
May 29 to July 5, 2024
6 credit hours (3 ten-day field sessions)
This intensive six-week course provides hands-on introduction to archaeological field and laboratory techniques, including pedestrian survey, site recording, instrument mapping (GPS, EDM), site testing, controlled excavation, rock art […]