Dr. Kurt Rademaker

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kurt Rademaker is an Associate Professor and Director of the Center for the Study of Americans at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on various aspects of archaeology, including settlement dynamics in the Central Andean Highlands and the study of prehistoric hunters in the High Andes. He has been involved in significant research projects, such as those examining early human ecology and ice age megafauna in South America. Rademaker's interests include environmental archaeology, lithic technology, and historical ecology, utilizing geographic information systems in his research. He is dedicated to mentoring graduate students and is actively seeking highly motivated candidates to join his Paleo Andes team.

Research Interests

Settlement Dynamics Environmental Archaeology Hunter-Gatherers Historical Ecology Lithic Technology Provenance Geographic Information Systems

Courses

Introduction to Archaeology Environmental Archaeology Special Topics in Anthropology: South American Archaeology

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.