ANT 204 PRACTICING ARCHAEOLOGY

A hands-on exploration of how archaeology plays a crucial role in the conservation of cultural heritage amid threats posed by global development and modernization. Lectures, discussions, readings, assignments, and conversations with local and international practitioners introduce students to some of the driving questions and concerns of archaeological practice in the twenty-first century. Course participants learn how ethics, mitigation, regulatory compliance, tourism, Indigenous sovereignty, and academic research are interconnected in various career pursuits that fall within the broader domain of cultural heritage management. Training in data collection, lab procedures, and curation, in conjunction with new and ongoing archaeological projects in the Arboretum; preparation for internships and employment in a variety of commercial, tribal, state, and federal positions.