Dr. Jason Herrmann

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Biography

Jason Herrmann is the Kowalski Family Teaching Specialist in Digital Archaeology at the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Anthropology. His expertise lies in landscape archaeology and the interplay between environment and society, especially in urban contexts. Dr. Herrmann's research focuses on remote sensing and archaeological geophysics, applying spatial analysis techniques to understand historical landscapes in regions such as the Near East, the Mediterranean, and the Eastern United States. He actively incorporates digital tools within his teaching to enhance student engagement with material culture through courses like 'Introduction to Digital Archaeology' and 'Surface Archaeology'. His academic journey includes earning a Ph.D. in Environmental Dynamics from the University of Arkansas and a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Herrmann has contributed to significant advancements in the field through his innovative approaches in teaching and research, demonstrating a commitment to integrating technology with archaeological methods.

Research Interests

Courses

ANTH 1303 Material Past Digital World ANTH 3307/5220 Introduction Digital Archaeology ANTH 5270 Introduction Geophysical Prospection Archaeology ANTH 3321/5231 Surface Archaeology

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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