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Bryn Letham is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Archaeology at Simon Fraser University. His primary research focuses on the Northwest Coast of North America, particularly on human-environment interactions and long-term settlement histories in relation to environmental changes. His research employs geoarchaeological methods to explore shoreline changes, both naturally and culturally driven, and how these have affected human settlement. Letham has engaged in community-driven research with Ts’msyen peoples in northern British Columbia, studying the paleoenvironmental and relative sea level histories of the region and the early archaeological record of Holocene settlement patterns. He also collaborates on studies related to archaeological surveys and investigations in various locations, including Jordan and Iraq, emphasizing the significance of ancient human interactions with evolving landscapes. Letham's work is characterized by a commitment to integrating archaeological practices with Indigenous perspectives, facilitating academic inquiries that respect and highlight the cultural significance of the places he studies. He is actively involved in teaching, offering courses that enable students to develop practical skills in material culture analysis and fieldwork.
Department of Philosophy