Professor of Anthropology at CU Boulder and IBS Fellow, Sharon DeWitte, was recently named a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London. The fellowship recognizes DeWitte’s achievements in bioarchaeological research on mortality crises, including the 14th century Black Death plague in England.
“It is truly an honor to be recognized by such accomplished individuals as having contributed something significant to the understanding of our material past,” said DeWitte.
Fellows in the Society include archaeologists, bioarchaeologists, historians, art historians, and literary scholars. They receive lifelong fellowship status. The Society of Antiquaries was foundedin 1707 to preserve the cultural heritage of the UK. The Society supports research, publishes academic work, and holds regular lectures and events for its fellows and the public.