About
Michael Whalen, Ph.D., is an anthropological archaeologist who specializes in the prehistory of the U.S. Southwest and Mexico (Mesoamerica). He is interested in the evolution of societies from simple, egalitarian beginnings to complex states.
Awards & Honors
- Golden Trowel Award, El Paso Archaeological Society, 2012
- Distinguished Research Award, National Institute of Anthropology and History of Mexico, 2001
- Outstanding Teacher of the Year, The University of Tulsa, 1995
Education
- Ph.D., The University of Michigan
- Dissertation: “Santo Domingo Tomaltepec: Evolution of a Formative Community in the Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico”
- M.A., Anthropology, The University of Michigan
- B.A., Anthropology, The University of Rochester
Research Interests & Areas of Expertise
- Ceramic analysis and quantitative analyses in archaeology
- Restoration of classic British sports cars, especially post-war MGs