Penny Merva, MA

Archaeology, Assistant Archaeologist

Penny Merva, MA - Assistant Archaeologist at New South Associates

Contact

(770) 498-4155 x134
pmerva@newsouthassoc.com
Stone Mountain, GA

Education

  • B.A., Anthropology – University of Georgia
  • M.A., Anthropology – University of Georgia
  • Archaeological Sciences Certificate – University of Georgia
  • Native American Studies Certificate – University of Georgia

Biography

Penny Merva joined New South in 2026 as an Assistant Archaeologist. Her master’s research focused on enduring and contemporary Native American ceramic practices, utilizing theoretical frameworks from Native studies, ethnographic interviews, and case studies to examine continued and adapting traditions.