Jeffrey Yelton

Dr. Jeffrey Yelton is an Associate Professor and Anthropology Program Coordinator in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Studies at the University of Central Missouri, part of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. He is based in Wood 212 and can be reached at yelton@ucmo.edu or (660) 543-4427.

Dr. Yelton is a historical archaeologist with a strong regional focus on Missouri, particularly Warrensburg's Pertle Springs—a former resort and Depression-era federal work camp. His research emphasizes public archaeology and student-centered investigative learning, actively involving undergraduate and graduate students in fieldwork, artifact analysis, and community engagement projects.

His scholarly interests lie at the intersection of historical archaeology and public heritage, promoting hands-on education through real-world archaeological projects. While no publications are listed in the provided material, his work suggests a consistent focus on 20th-century American social history, labor history, and archaeological preservation.

Dr. Yelton has not been mentioned as receiving any scientific awards or fellowships in the source text.

He is actively involved in mentoring students through field research and academic projects, though specific advisees are not named. There is no mention of external grants or funded research programs.

He leads or participates in field and laboratory research initiatives centered on Pertle Springs, which functions as a living classroom and research site for students in anthropology and related disciplines.