William Andrew McDonald
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William Andrew McDonald (1913 – 2000) was an American archaeologist.
In 1981 he was awarded the AIA Gold Medal for Distinguished Archaeological Achievement in recognition of his role as a "pathfinder" who "pioneered in bringing about changes in the theory, methodology and general conduct of archaeological research in Greece." As the Director of the Minnesota Messenia Expedition, McDonald emphasized interdisciplinary rather than multidisciplinary collaboration among archaeologists, natural scientists, social scientists, and humanists. From 1969-1975, he directed the excavation of Nichoria, a major Bronze and Iron Age settlement that was part of the Pylian kingdom.
McDonald was member of the faculty of the Department of Classics at the University of Minnesota from 1948 to 1980, and was instrumental in founding the Honors Division of the College of Liberal Arts. He also helped to found the Center for Ancient Studies, an interdisciplinary graduate program. In 1973, the University presented him with its highest award, appointment as Regents' Professor of Classical Studies.
[edit] Published works (selection)
- McDonald, William A. (1972). "Excavations at Nichoria in Messenia: 1969-71". Hesperia 41 (2): 218-273. DOI:10.2307/147682.
- McDonald, William A. (1991). "Archaeology in the 21st century: six modest recommendations". Antiquity 65 (249): 829-839.
[edit] Further Reading
- Wilkie, Nancy C. (2000). "William Andrew McDonald, 1913-2000". American Journal of Archaeology 104 (2): 309-310.
