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Suanna Crowley, PhD, RPA
@drdirt07.bsky.social
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Archaeologist | Applied Anthropologist | Science Communicator | aka Dr. Dirt
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Join me and the lovely people at @anthrocareerready.bsky.social for the Career Transitions series. Register for my talk on career pivots on Friday, June 13 at 2pm. Free! Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/1359668387... and checkout more resources at AnthroCareerReady.net.
#anthropology #careers
June 6, 2025 at 3:27 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Hey #anthropology students, consider applying to this opportunity sponsored by @napa-anthro.bsky.social. NAPA is presenting two annual Student Achievement Awards that recognize undergrad & graduate contributions in practicing and applied anthro.

Due: 5/23 tinyurl.com/277zfd5b

#anthrosky #highered
Student Achievement Award
Purpose The National Association for the Practice of Anthropology offers the annual Student Achievement Awards to recognize graduate and undergraduate student contributions in the area of practicing a...
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May 13, 2025 at 8:37 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
More indication that #preservation and #culturalresources are in danger.

ncshpo.org/2025/05/05/h...
Historic Preservation Under Threat - NCSHPO
"State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) are in a state of crisis. Congressionally appropriated FY 2025 funding through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), necessary to fulfill SHPOs federally d...
ncshpo.org
May 8, 2025 at 3:38 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Register at SAA.org today for the webinar on Thursday, May 8 at 2pm. Learn how to advocate for #archaeology and #preservation through the #HistoryMatters campaign with SAA, ACRA and SHA. Nonmembers of those orgs welcome.

#advocacy #history #science #culturalresources #archaeologysky
May 7, 2025 at 2:35 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
A good conversation about #archaeology and #media this morning! Thank you to the panelists and attendees. Let’s keep getting good data, discovery, and discussion out into the public eye!

#scicomm #SAA2025Denver
April 24, 2025 at 9:42 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
A new edition of NAPA Notes is out with great articles from talented anthropologists for Women’s History Month! Catch the latest.

@napa-anthro.bsky.social
@americananthro.bsky.social

#anthropology #archaeology #WomensHistory #careers

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NAPA Notes March 2025
This entry is part 3 of 3 in the NAPA Notes sectionIssue Contents President’s letter Dear NAPA Members,  This is not the moment any of us expected.  The last three months have been overwhelming for so...
practicinganthropology.org
April 1, 2025 at 12:50 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
New England #job seekers in #archaeology, #preservation, and #culturalresources join Mass Archaeology for the 2nd annual CRM fair.
#careers #students #academicsky
massarchaeology.bsky.social massarchaeology.bsky.social @massarchaeology.bsky.social · Mar 5
DIGGIN' UP YOUR FUTURE
Sunday, April 6 11am-3pm
Learning and networking in Cultural Resources Management
Uncover career opportunities and expand your skill set. Meet with CRM professionals from New England firms. Attend career skills workshops.

Register ➡️ forms.gle/d3LM4fMXEvV5...
March 5, 2025 at 11:58 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Having coached & mentored 50+ people across #archaeology, #preservation, #culturalresources and other fields, here are my Top 5 #jobsearch boards for those RIF’d from federal #careers

1. acra-crm.org/jobs/
2. careers.saa.org
3. lnkd.in/eNCiwrgH
4. sha.org/job-board/
5. lnkd.in/ePmkcucp
Mural from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport with inspirational phrase “Every moment is an opportunity for a new beginning” in multiple colors. Photo by Suanna Crowley 2023.
February 17, 2025 at 3:27 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Geoarchaeology Task Force comment form open until Feb 18. Requires name, affiliation and email.

#geoarchaeology
#archaeology
#archaeologysky
#historicpreservation
#culturalresourcemanagement
#CRM

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Microsoft Forms
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February 4, 2025 at 6:31 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Hot off the press! The Geoarchaeology Interest Group at the Society for American Archaeology is seeking comment on new guidelines on deep testing and professional qualifications in #geoarchaeology
February 4, 2025 at 6:26 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Great #internship in #archaeology and #ecology. #academicsky
internships.si.edu/opportunity/...
Marine Historical Ecology and Zooarchaeology Internship
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internships.si.edu
January 30, 2025 at 6:07 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
As a frequent #grant writer and consultant in the #historicpreservation space, upsetting news. #nonprofit #careers
White House pauses all federal grants, sparking confusion
The Trump administration has put a hold on all federal financial grants and loans, affecting tens of billions of dollars in payments.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 28, 2025 at 1:57 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
#archaeology #museum #internship #summer2025 #academicsky

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Musketaquid Archaeological Collections Internship — Concord Museum
Musketaquid Archaeological Collections Internship The Concord Museum is pleased to open applications for two paid summer internships within the Collections Department. The thirteen-week internships wi...
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January 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
I’m #hiring for summer a #internship in #archaeology. Check out this position description for details. And check out the main SWCA Careers page for more positions across the U.S.

careers.swca.com/career-devel...
Cultural Resources Intern in Amherst, Massachusetts | SWCA Environmental Consultants
career-development is hiring a Cultural Resources Intern in Amherst, Massachusetts. Review all of the job details and apply today!
careers.swca.com
January 21, 2025 at 5:47 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
The latest edition of NAPA Notes is out! Get connected to resources, networks, and opportunities in #anthropology.
#NAPA #anthrosky #academicsky @napa-anthro.bsky.social

practicinganthropology.org/blog/napa-no...
NAPA Notes December 2024 - NAPA
Issue Contents President's Letter Editor's Note NAPA Has Standards! SAPIENS Public Writing Training Global Business Anthropology Summit Call for Volunteers - Social Media Mavens General Call for Volun...
practicinganthropology.org
January 15, 2025 at 3:54 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
The latest edition of NAPA Notes is out! Catch up on the world of professional, practicing and applied #anthropology. Get connected to resources, networks and opportunities through #NAPA
#anthrosky #academicsky
@napa-anthro.bsky.social practicinganthropology.org/blog/napa-no...
NAPA Notes December 2024 - NAPA
Issue Contents President's Letter Editor's Note NAPA Has Standards! SAPIENS Public Writing Training Global Business Anthropology Summit Call for Volunteers - Social Media Mavens General Call for Volun...
practicinganthropology.org
January 15, 2025 at 3:51 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Fun at #SHA2025. Starting the year with great colleagues and talking about #careers and #mentorship in #archaeology
January 11, 2025 at 12:31 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Heading to #SHA2025 to talk about professional development, workforce training and mentorship in #archaeology. Who’s going?
January 8, 2025 at 7:24 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Ouch! “[R]esearch with economic benefits” is now the only standard? #socialsciences #humanities #education #research

www.science.org/content/arti...
Amid cuts to basic research, New Zealand scraps all support for social sciences
Scientists shocked as “blue-sky” Marsden Fund has half its budget shifted to research focused on helping economy
www.science.org
December 18, 2024 at 1:26 AM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Struggling with this short overview of breaking into a career in #archaeology. Article format is restrictive and follows a formula—but maybe a more realistic appraisal of costs or barriers to entry? #anthropology #anthrosky #education #culturalresources #academicsky

www.usnews.com/education/ar...
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December 14, 2024 at 2:55 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Welcome to Bluesky, ACRN!! Glad to see you sharing amazing #career resources for #anthropology and #archaeology!

#AcademicSky #AnthroSky
anthrocareerready.bsky.social anthrocareerready.bsky.social @anthrocareerready.bsky.social · Dec 6
Hello Bluesky! We're excited to share about career readiness resources for anthropology students, instructors, and practitioners.

Check out our Career Tools for Anthropology workbook to start if you haven't already: anthrocareerready.net/career-tools...
December 6, 2024 at 10:25 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Well, there go my dinner plans…
#turkey
Utah Officials Tell People To Stop Brining Turkeys In The Great Salt Lake
Great Salt Lake State Park in Utah has issued a Thanksgiving week message telling people to stop brining turkeys in the Great Salt Lake. Monday’s warning…
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November 27, 2024 at 4:20 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
A giant in the field of #archaeology #RIP

www.ekathimerini.com/news/1254364...
Colin Renfrew, renowned scholar of Cycladic civilisation dies | eKathimerini.com
Professor Lord Colin Renfrew, a pre-eminent British archaeologist of prehistoric civilizations including the Cycladic, had died, aged 87.
www.ekathimerini.com
November 25, 2024 at 3:55 PM
drdirt07.bsky.social
Elated and exhausted…the NAPA #Careers Expo was one for the record books. Thanks NAPA team! Let’s get ready for #NewOrleans #anthropology #archaeology
November 24, 2024 at 5:34 AM
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A local issue or a sign of the times? #academicsky #anthropology #archaeology #humanities #careers

www.wbur.org/news/2024/11...
BU suspends PhD admissions in humanities fields next academic year
The university said it intends to re-open PhD admissions to the impacted fields in humanities and social sciences "for future academic years.”
www.wbur.org
November 20, 2024 at 1:07 AM