Advisory to Jackson Media: Frison Available for Interview

July 30, 2002 -- George Frison, internationally-recognized archeologist and the first University of Wyoming professor elected to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), will be available to meet with you beginning at 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2. He will be in Jackson to attend a dinner in his honor the following day.

To arrange an interview, call Ed Cheramy at 732-7478. Ed will bring Frison to your location.

Frison is a UW professor emeritus of anthropology known world-wide for his contributions to archaeology, particularly in the area of Paleo Indian research. He has a distinguished career in unlocking the secrets of prehistoric Wyoming. In 1997, he was among 60 new members elected to the NAS in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. NAS membership is considered one of the highest honors accorded to United States scientists or engineers as these professionals represent the best in their fields.

In 1998, UW created the George C. Frison Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology providing a focus for the study of cultural dynamics and prehistory in North America, and an emphasis for interdisciplinary approaches to studies of the early settlement and occupation of the Americas. Institute Director Marcel Kornfeld will accompany Frison during his Jackson visit.

In 1999, Frison was named one of 10 finalists in the "Wyoming Citizen of the Century" program sponsored by UW's American Heritage Center.

Posted on Tuesday, July 30, 2002