POCAHONTAS, Ark. – The Arkansas Archaeological Society (AAS) has announced Abigail Kingrey as the 2024 recipient of the Hester Davis Annual Meeting Scholarship. Abigail, a resident of Pocahontas, Arkansas, is pursuing an online degree from Colorado State University with a focus on archaeology.
Kingrey, who graduated from high school in 2021, shared her passion for archaeology and history, stating that her desire to become an archaeologist has been unwavering since childhood. “For as long as I can remember, archaeology, history, and traveling the world to experience other cultures have been my top goals for my future,” she said.
The scholarship will allow her to attend the AAS Annual Meeting, where she looks forward to networking with professionals and fellow students, as well as learning from the speakers. “The meeting fills me with a lot of excitement at the possibilities of socializing and learning in the career that will fill the rest of my life,” Kingrey added.
The Hester Davis Annual Meeting Scholarship is awarded to individuals who demonstrate passion and commitment to the field of archaeology, providing them the opportunity to engage with experts in the field and further their career development.
