Dr. Jessi Halligan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jessi Halligan is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University in the College of Arts and Sciences, where she is the Associate Director of the Center for the Study of Americans and serves as the Archaeology Program Coordinator. Dr. Halligan's research primarily focuses on geoarchaeology, including landscape reconstruction, sediment analysis, and site context analysis. She has a strong background in studying submerged landscapes, site preservation, and dating techniques, with a keen interest in the archaeological study of late Pleistocene cultures and early Holocene culture change. Her work also explores lithic analysis, resilience theory, and human behavioral ecology, utilizing underwater archaeology techniques and remote sensing for artifact conservation. Dr. Halligan is involved in several current research projects, including investigations of Florida's submerged landscapes and reevaluating archaeological site guidelines in the Gulf of Mexico. She teaches various courses related to archaeology and has guided numerous graduate students in their academic pursuits.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Archaeology Archaeology of North America Field Research in Anthropology Archaeological Theory Lithic Artifact Analysis Archaeological Methods and Theory Geoarchaeology Lithic Artifact Analysis American Archaeology Hunter-Gatherer Archaeology Field Research in Anthropology

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.