Michael Smith
About Michael Smith
Michael Smith is a Program Manager for Cultural Resources at LCRA, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Doctorate in Philosophy from Brown University and has extensive experience in archaeology, including roles at various organizations and involvement in significant archaeological projects.
Work at LCRA
Michael Smith has been employed at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since 2014, where he has held various positions. He currently serves as the Program Manager for Cultural Resources, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Archaeologist from 2018 to 2020 and as an Archaeologist II from 2016 to 2018. His responsibilities include overseeing archaeological projects and ensuring compliance with cultural resource management regulations.
Education and Expertise
Michael Smith earned a Bachelor of Arts in Classics from Bowdoin College, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. He later pursued advanced studies at Brown University, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy in Near Eastern Studies and Philosophy from 1992 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in archaeology and cultural resource management.
Background
Michael Smith's professional background includes a variety of roles in archaeology and cultural resource management. He has worked at several organizations, including Atkins as a Senior Archaeologist II and Principal Investigator from 2007 to 2013, and SWCA Environmental Consultants as a Project Archaeologist from 2005 to 2006. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at Brown University from 1994 to 1998, contributing to the academic development of students in the field.
Achievements
Michael Smith has contributed to significant archaeological projects and research. He served as a Fellow at the American School of Classical Studies in Athens, where he participated in archaeological research in Greece. He is actively involved in the Athienou Archaeological Project in Cyprus, focusing on field supervision and instruction. Additionally, he coauthored a report on the Sandbur site in Fayette County, which received recognition from the Texas Historical Commission for its innovative use of modern geoarchaeological trenching.