Society for Medieval Archaeology - News
Student Colloquium – Keynote Announced!
We are excited for this year’s Student Colloquium, which kicks off next week! As part of this, we are delighted to announce that our keynote speaker will be Dr. Brian Costello (University of Leicester) with his paper “A Grave Upstaging: Medieval Burials and Social Change”. This is part of a fantastic programme of talks, tours
SMA Student Colloquium 2024 – Registration Now Open!
We are delighted to announce that registration for this year’s Student Colloquium is now open! The event will take place at the University of Leicester from 4th-6th November 2024. The jam-packed programme includes a walking tour of Medieval Leicester led by Mathew Morris, a full day of fascinating presentations, and a field trip to Bradgate
SMA Conference 2024 – President’s Reflections
The Society for Medieval Archaeology co-hosted its 2024 conference in the stunning surroundings of the British Museum, in collaboration with the Portable Antiquities Scheme. The theme for the event — “Artefacts, Landscapes and Collaborative Research” — captured how, in the twenty-first century, innovative research thrives through deeply rooted partnerships among academic institutions, museums, community groups,
Student Colloquium – Call for Papers now open!
The call for papers for our annual Student Colloquium is now open! Taking place at the University of Leicester from 4th-6th November 2024, the Colloquium is a fantastic opportunity for students and early career researchers to present their research in a friendly and supportive environment. If you would like to make a submission, please email
Job opportunity: Career Development Fellow in Museums and Heritage at Durham University
Durham University are offering a 3-year Career Development Fellowship in Museums and Heritage. The post is full-time (35 hours per week) and is based in the Department of Archaeology in Durham. Durham University’s Career Development Fellowships are fixed term positions, which include structured development support for early career academics to deliver outstanding education, innovative research/scholarship,
New SMA Council Members
Following our AGM on 4th December, we are delighted to welcome the following new members to the SMA Council: Honorary Treasurer – Dr. Helen Fenwick Honorary Secretary – Prof. Michael Lewis Vice President – Prof. Susan Oosthuizen Ordinary Members – Dr. Steve Ashby, Dr. Heidi Stoner and Dr. Rebecca Boyd Welcome aboard! We look forward