opening session/ presidenT’s forUm Wednesday Evening, April 3, 2013 6:00–8:00 pm The Future of Archaeology: Engagement with Descendant Communities Organizer: W. Fredrick Limp Chair: John Norder Individuals from descendant or first peoples communities who are themselves archaeologists embody the synergy between archaeology and indigenous peoples upon which the future of archaeology is based. Attention to this premise has been developing around the globe, with efforts and new practices in many countries, including Central and South America, the Pacific Rim, and Australia. Government regulations, developed self-determination among descendant communities, and an emerging ethos of cooperation with these communities combine to form a new context for the practice of archaeol-
ogy. Without the support of the descendants of those peoples archaeologists seek to study the future of archaeological work is in doubt. This forum will explore the ways archaeology can be of value to this key constituency. Indeed, the participants in the forum will each be archaeologists from descendant/first peoples communities. Participants will discuss issues of concern for descendants, aspects of archaeology that hold the most potential for positive interactions, and examples of productive collaborations. They will highlight the intersections between the differing epistemologies of archaeologists and descendants and how archaeological practice is being changed to meet the needs of both groups.
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Wednesday, april 3 Welcome Reception Students, new members, first-time Annual Meeting attendees, committee and task force chairs, and members are invited to a reception on Wednesday evening at 9:00 pm. The Society’s Board of Directors, as hosts, will provide a drink ticket for those registered for the reception; you may exchange your drink ticket for a soft drink or use it toward the purchase of an alcoholic beverage (if of age). Please use the Advance Registration Form to register for this event.
ThUrsday, april 4 FameLab: Exploring Earth and Beyond Sponsored by SAA, NASA, and National Geographic Calling all early career archaeologists at SAA! Are you the next Sagan or Goodall? Or just passionate about science and love to communicate about it? FameLab EEB is fun-filled day of competition, coaching, and camaraderie that’s all about communicating! It’s something like American Idol for