May 13, 2026 We’re thrilled to introduce Caitlin Knortz, recipient of the prestigious 2026 Graduate Student Paper Award! The Graduate Student Paper Award (GSPA) was established to recognize graduate students for their substantial contributions to the success of the Annual Meeting. Click here for more information on how to apply for the Graduate Student Paper Award. We also had the chance to ask Caitlin a few questions about her background in archaeology and what sparked her interest in the field, as well as what’s next in her academic and professional journey. Caitlin Knortz (Princeton University) Caitlin’s paper, “Makeshift Marketplaces in the Roman City,” examines temporary and ‘pop-up’ markets in the Roman world through archaeological and textual evidence, providing original insights into world of commerce and commercialism in ancient Rome. What drew you to archaeology?…