Staff
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Deidre Brin leads the development of DIG, an archaeological data publishing initiative at the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology Press, and manages the Digital Archaeology Lab at Cotsen.
Shaharoh Chism has been with the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology and UCLA/Getty Conservation Program for three years. Prior to that she worked in UCLA Cardiology for six years.
Tanja Hrast is the fund manager for the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology. Contact her if you have questions about finances or if you are considering applying for a grant.
She works remotely and is available for in-person meetings upon request.
Michelle Jacobson has been a fundraising professional and event planner for over 20 years, most of that time at UCLA. She has a BA and MA in Anthropology and a MBA – all from UCLA. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of Co-opportunity Natural Foods Coop.
Jason provides computer hardware and software support and repair for Cotsen faculty, staff, and students. Additionally, see them for help with email, websites, networks, and printing.
Alfonso's career at UCLA began in May 2011 in the department of Pediatric Cardiology as the Catheterization Coordinator. He was in this department for a little over 2 years.
Taylor McBride oversees the operational management of the Publications Unit and Media Relations. She received her BA in Global Liberal Studies, specializing in Contemporary Culture and Creative Production, from New York University.
Vanessa Muros holds a BA and MA in archaeology and an MSc in the conservation of archaeological and ethnographic objects.
Lyssa C. Stapleton received her MA and PhD in archaeology from UCLA. She has a BA in anthropology, with a minor in museum studies, from Cal State East Bay.
Sumiji is the Student Affairs Officer for the Archaeology Interdepartmental Graduate Program. He is responsible for advising the Archaeology graduate students on University and departmental requirements. He coordinates the program’s admissions and orientation, monitors student progress, and man
Bronson Tran received his undergraduate degree at UCLA and worked as a technology analyst for the English Department though the Center for Digital Humanities for years, eventually becoming the IT manager.