William Ridge

William Ridge, Ph.D., is a Limited Term Lecturer in the Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy at the University of North Georgia (UNG). His expertise spans Archaeology, with a focus on large-scale interaction, social differentiation, and European pre-history, particularly the Hungarian Neolithic/Copper Age and Greek Neolithic/Bronze Age.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Illinois, 2023
• MA in Anthropology, University of Illinois, 2014
• BA in Classics, University of Arizona, 2011

Research Interests: Ridge investigates ancient societal structures through archaeological frameworks, emphasizing demography, regional analysis, and network analysis to understand long-term social and cultural transformations in prehistoric Europe. His work bridges regional case studies (e.g., Hungary and Greece) with broader comparative perspectives.

Professional Experience:

• 2024–present: Limited Term Lecturer, UNG
• 2023–present: Research Assistant, Field Museum of Natural History
• 2022–2023: Graduate Assistant, University of Illinois Anthropology Department