Anthony Ortmann

Anthony Ortmann is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Murray State University. His academic career focuses on North American archaeology, particularly the prehistory of the southeastern United States. He employs geoarchaeological principles such as geophysical surveying and geomorphology to study human-environment interactions and cultural landscapes.

• Education
  • Ph.D., Tulane University (2007)
  • M.A., Tulane University (2004)
  • B.A., Southern Illinois University (1995)

Ortmann's research emphasizes Poverty Point, a significant prehistoric earthwork complex, and explores topics like mound construction, social organization, and microartifact analysis. His publications reflect a multidisciplinary approach combining archaeology and environmental science.

He teaches courses including Geophysical Surveying Applications in Archaeology, Lithic Analysis, and Introduction to Archaeology, integrating fieldwork with theoretical instruction.