Welcome!

I’m Katrina Yezzi-Woodley. This is a place for the things I’m curious about, working on, learning, making, and thinking through whether that be anthropology and research, books, writing, creative projects, personal growth, and everyday life. My interests tend to wander, overlap, and lead me somewhere unexpected. Though this site does contain information about me as a professional, it is less a formal professional portfolio than a growing record of me as a whole, embodied person—what I care about, my experiences, and what I’m discovering along the way. I’m glad you’re here.

  • Katrina wearing a back pack and standing on a rock wall which is part of the archaeological site of Dmanisi at the citadel.

    About

    My name is Katrina Yezzi-Woodley. I am an anthropologist and one of the co-founders of a research consortium called AMAAZE and an educational non-profit called SASSAk12. I invite you to explore this website to learn more about me and my work.

    Learn more
  • Katrina covered in dirt and dust, laughing heartily while excavating.

    Digging Life

    Digging Life is a bit of a double entendre. I may be an archaeologist, but I’m also more than my work. This blog is where I occasionally write about whatever has my attention. I’m not especially consistent about keeping it updated, but it offers little glimpses of who I am and what I’m thinking about.

    See What I've Unearthed
  • Graphic cappuccino with latte art in a dark cup

    Creative Collections

    A small collection of cross-stitch patterns and other creative projects inspired by the things and experiences in my life. The collection may be modest, but everything has been made thoughtfully and represents a little piece of me. New things will appear as inspiration strikes, but everything here is available to purchase and make for yourself.

    Shop My Designs
  • A cappuccino in a white mug sitting on a table next to a copy of Elena Ferrante's L'amica geniale.

    My Bookshop

    Books I’m reading, books I hope to read, and the ever-growing TBR that refuses to quit. Browse my lists on Bookshop.org; purchases support independent bookstores and may also earn me a small commission.

    Find Something Good to Read
Our first WIRL video! https://youtube.com/channel/UCvSPrs6FLK2D4ZfO-ndY6mA
It was great to see one of my favorite science teachers this past week.
Nova working on her Blender skills.
Did a little research on bone marrow acquisition and consumption tonight with some lovely people at Sanctuary Restaurant.
You swim 1 mile, you get a duckie.
This photo brings me a lot of joy.
Brisa's birthday cake

Moments in life

Work Beyond This Site

Anthropological and Mathematical Analysis of Archaeological and Zooarchaeological Evidence (AMAAZE)

Bringing anthropologists, mathematicians, and computer scientists together to address important questions in anthropology.

Visit AMAAZE.org

Science and Social Studies Adventures (SASSAk12)

Connecting diverse K-12 students and active researchers to engage in community-based education and research.

Visit SASSAk12.org