Amy Nicodemus

Amy Nicodemus is an Associate Professor in Archaeology & Anthropology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Her research focuses on Bronze Age Europe, particularly the Carpathian Basin, with expertise in zooarchaeology, bioarchaeology, and the study of complex societies. She teaches courses spanning archaeological methods, physical anthropology, and specialized topics in osteology and zooarchaeology.

• Education: Ph.D. in Anthropology (University of Michigan, 2014), M.S. in Anthropology (Florida State University, 2003), B.A. in Anthropology and Archaeology (Washington University in St. Louis, 2000).

Nicodemus's work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to analyze animal and plant remains, burial practices, and settlement patterns. Her research examines food systems, social hierarchies, and technological advancements during the Bronze Age, with fieldwork centered at Pecica-Şanţul Mare in Romania.

Her recent publications highlight trends in Bronze Age polity formation, radiometric dating of ceramics, and specialized craft production. These works span subfields including sociopolitical dynamics, environmental reconstruction, and material culture analysis.

• Scientific Awards: 2021 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award; Advisor Certification badge.

Nicodemus actively mentors students through honors and senior thesis projects. Her collaborative efforts with institutions like the University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology underscore her commitment to international research partnerships.