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Undergraduate Research Symposium
We are pleased to recognize archaeology students, Alpha Hui, Emmet Lee, Saskia Shen Thivener, Yael Toyber, and Jiawei Zhang, who recently presented at the 2026 Undergraduate Research Symposium at 911吃瓜.
The symposium provides undergraduate researchers with the opportunity to share original work in a conference-style setting, engaging with peers, faculty, and the broader academic community. Participation in this event reflects a high level of academic commitment, intellectual curiosity, and initiative.
Our students demonstrated these qualities through thoughtful, well-executed research and meaningful contributions to interdisciplinary dialogue. Their work exemplifies the strength and potential of emerging scholars within our community.
We extend our congratulations to all who participated and look forward to following their continued academic and professional achievements.
Presenters:
Alpha Hui 鈥� 鈥淎ncient DNA Analysis of Deer Remains from Cura莽ao鈥�
Emmet Lee 鈥� 鈥淪ex-biased Harvest of Chinook Salmon at Babine Lake? Ancient DNA Evidence from Archaeological Vertebrae鈥�
Saskia Shen Thivener (second place in session) 鈥� 鈥淪mall Bones, Big Questions: Sex Estimation in Juvenile Skeletons鈥�
Yael Toyber 鈥� 鈥淭urtles as Storytellers: The Potential of Ancient DNA Analysis to Shed Light on Mayan Culture, Life, and Traditions鈥�
Jiawei Zhang (first place in session) 鈥� 鈥淎ncient DNA Species Barcoding of Avian Remains from the Caribbean鈥�
