Archaeology Student Society
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
THE CREW
President (she/her)
JULIA FARIA
I’m a third-year Archaeology Major, interested in field work and the methods used out in the field! I’ve participated in a local field school working with the Squamish Nation and found a new passion for CRM work.
Outside of archaeology and the ASS, I like listening to music, camping, and watching whatever pops up on my screen.
Secretary (he/him)
NICOLAS WILLIAMS
I’m a third year archaeology major studying at SFU. My interests lie in European and Asian battlefield and landscape archaeology. I hope to combine my passion for history, teaching, and archaeology by helping others learn about the past.
I have some field experience, having recently attended a seasonal excavation in Pemberton, BC, working together with the Lil’wat nation and Douglas College. I have also worked as a volunteer lab assistant analyzing the various artifacts and samples collected during our excavation and conducting archival and historical research and documentation.
In my spare time, you can usually find me buried in a good history, science fiction, or fantasy book. I also enjoy crushing the latest raid bosses in Final Fantasy XIV with my friends, speed running old video games, and drawing on my tablet.
Faculty Rep (she/her)
BRIANA BURKE
I am an archaeology major, heading into my fourth year at SFU. My primary archaeological interests are Indigenous Archaeology throughout Canada and Landscape Archaeology through which I hope to weave my Métis heritage into my future research.
I attended SFU’s international Bioarchaeology/Forensic Anthropology field school in Portugal. My hobbies outside of archaeology include watching anime/reading manga, hanging out with my cat, getting beat up by my very large dogs, and reading novels.
Interdepartmental Rep (he/him)
NATHANIEL CARMEL
I’m an archeology major soon going into my second year. I’m fascinated by the medieval period and hope to be able to do research in that field in the future.
Outside of school I enjoy reading and writing books as well as learning new languages.
Social Media and Debitage Associate Coordinator (he/him)
JOSHMAR NAVARRA
I am an archaeology major. I have an interest towards museums at the moment as I haven't tried field school but would love to explore it in the future!
I like to garden in my spare time, mostly flowers. My favorite flowers are delphiniums.
CITLALLI GONZALEZ
General Member (she/they)
I am a third-year anthropology and archaeology joint major. This is my first term in the A.S.S. and I am so excited to make a contribution in what is already a great community! My interests lie in Indigenous Archaeology, Mesoamerican Archaeology, and in working with Indigenous communities to weave ethnohistorical accounts and oral traditions into archaeological investigations.
Over the summer I participated in my first fieldwork experience through Douglas College, working with the Líl’wat Nation in excavating pithouse village sites throughout Líl'wat territory. I also participated in a local field school over the course of May that took place on Sts’ailes territory that aimed to foster connections with the community and to decolonize research methods.
Outside of school, I enjoy taking and editing photos, reading, checking out the local music scene, and spending time with my partner, family, and friends.
ASHLEY BROWN
General Member (she/her)
I am a fourth-year Archaeology Major and am pursuing a CRM certificate. I’m especially keen on conservation methods, zooarchaeology, bioarchaeology, and CRM work. Over the summer, I took part in SFU’s local field school with the Squamish Nation and had an amazing time!
Aside from archaeology, I enjoy spending time outdoors hiking and exploring, as well as taking care of my hundreds of plants.
Vice-President (he/him)
DIEGO BARRIOS-STEWART
I am heading into my second year as an Archaeology Major with an Extended Minor in French. I am especially excited for this term as it’s my first term as Vice-President of the A.S.S. I have interests in Underwater and Mesoamerican Archaeology. I also participated in the Bioarchaeology field school in Portugal!
Outside of school I play the viola for the A Little Night Music Orchestra and am an Ambacebador for Guayaki Yerba Mate.
Treasurer (he/they)
AERIS MODHA
I am a third year Environmental Science major with a minor in Archaeology. I am very interested in the relationship between biology and archaeology and would love to take more courses relating to that in the future!
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Outside of archaeology I enjoy all forms of art, including drawing/painting, crocheting/knitting, and music.
SFSS Councillor (she/her)
MINA PARRY
I am a 4th year archaeology major with a wide range of interestings including museum studies, public education and archaeobotany.
I am incredibly excited to be your SFSS counsellor for the 2024/2025 year and hope to advocate the best I can on behalf of our diverse department! My life outside of school typically consists of working part time as a server and spending time with my loved ones.
Undergraduate Curriculum Committee Rep (he/him)
ZACH RATTAI
I am a fourth-year archaeology major and I am also doing a CRM certificate. I am particularly interested in historical archaeology, as well as lithic technology. This is my second semester in the ASS, and I am excited to continue being involved in the SFU archaeological community.
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A few of my favourite activities are camping, hiking, kayaking, fishing, and watching movies.
Social Media and Debitage Coordinator (she/her)
KIERA HADDEN
This is my first year at SFU as an archaeology major! I also have an associates degree in environmental science from Douglas College.
I am primarily interested in BC archaeology, zooarchaeology and geography! My fieldwork experience includes helping excavate pithouses in Lil’wat territory.
Events and Activities Director (they/them)
LOU BUTT
I’m a third year criminology major that is minoring in archaeology! I’m very interested in ancient DNA and osteology
Outside of school, I have a huge passion for bubble tea and can and will drink it whenever I can! I can also guess the Star Wars movie based on Chewbacca’s growling sounds!
NICK PARKER
General Member (he/him)
I am a third-year archaeology student at SFU, who’s passionate about uncovering stories of the past. I recently participated in the 2024 North Shore field school, where I gained hands-on experience in archaeological fieldwork. My current fascination lies in studying organic remains, which is why I am deeply contemplating pursuing field work in north-eastern BC, or the peat bogs of north-western Europe
When not at school, I most enjoy spending my time outdoors in the southern Cariboo.
General Member (she/her)
CHELSEA NOBLE
I’m heading into my second year as an archaeology major! Although I’m still new to the program, I’m mostly drawn to prehistoric archaeology. I find it fascinating to study how our species evolved through interpreting material culture and patterns left behind.
Aside from archaeology, I enjoy traveling, camping, and lounging out on a nice day with my pup.