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Reflecting on the Role of Women in Archaeology



Abstract:

The role of women in archaeology has certainly varied throughout the years. Women have founded and pioneered major avenues of archaeological research and methodology, been relegated to the lab and discouraged from fieldwork due to both sexism and traditional gender roles, and mentored the next generation of archaeologists. This symposium aims to not only reflect on the varied experiences of women in archaeology but also on the experiences of those who have benefited from their knowledge and experiences. Questions to address include: In what ways have changing gender norms affected views of women in archaeology?; Has a shift occurred in the recognition of sexism within archaeology?; How have perceptions and/or observations of problems in the discipline changed?; Are there differences in the experiences and perceptions of women between CRM, government, and academia?; In what ways (if any) does mentorship of male students by female professors differ?



If you are interested in participating please, or have questions, please contact Maria Raviele at ravielem@si.edu or Kathleen Sterling at sterling@binghamton.edu by September 6 th , 2011.