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Emily Lena Jones
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Zooarchaeology, writing, beekeeping, other stuff
My novel NAHIA (Holiday House) is now out in the world!
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Join me at McMaster! We are hiring an archaeologist scientist with preference (but not limited to) PEB and/or zooarchaeology. Geography open, although preference for North America, especially Eastern North America/Great Lakes region. Applications due November 26th! (Pls share widely.)
"Position Description: The McMaster University Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2026. We are looking for a candidate whose theoretical approaches, methods and area of research complement current faculty strengths, with preferred skill sets being archaeological science, with preference, but not limited to palaeoethnobotany, and/or zooarchaeology. While the geographical area of specialization is open, preference may be given to those who work in the archaeology of North America, not least the Eastern North America/Great Lakes region. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related discipline at the time of appointment and should have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level. They will also demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department’s programs. At the undergraduate level, the appointee will be expected to teach introductory as well as more advanced courses in areas of their expertise. At the graduate level, the appointee will teach courses and supervise students as their contribution to the Master’s and Ph.D. programs in Anthropology. The person who fills this position is expected to contribute to the department’s supportive and collegial working environment, and to make substantive contributions through service to the department, the Faculty of Social Sciences, the University, and/or the broader community. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The typical teaching load in the Anthropology Department is 2 courses per term (4 per academic year), plus graduate supervision. The department hosts an M.A. and a PhD Program in Anthropology. The successful candidate’s teaching will also contribute to the interdisciplinary minor in Archaeology, and potentially those in Sustainability, and Food, Nutrition, and Environmental Health. For information about the Department of Anthropology, visit our webpage. McMaster University consistently ranks among the top 5 research-intensive universities in Canada and among the top 100 universities worldwide. It has a strong focus on community-based research and experiential learning that complements classroom studies with hands-on experience. The Department of Anthropology provides a strong, supportive, and collaborative research culture, building the research capacity of faculty and graduate students. How to Apply: Applications for the position should be submitted online and shall include the following: • Letter of application describing how the candidate meets the selection criteria outlined above, their candidate’s current and future research, their collaborations, how their research integrates with McMaster Anthropology, their service experience, and their non-academic stakeholder engagement. The letter and, if applicable, should also note the impact that career interruptions may have had on research productivity (max. 2 pages). • Curriculum vitae Statement on teaching experience, philosophy/innovations and topics to be taught at McMaster. (max. 1 page). • Statement of the candidate’s experience and plans for advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and/or Indigenous reconciliation (max. 1 page) Name, title, phone number, and email address of at least three (3) referees. Letters of reference are not required and will not be reviewed at the application stage; letters of recommendation from referees will be requested at later stages of the search process. Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to: Dr. Tristan Carter, Professor, Search Committee Chair and Department Chair (anthchair@mcmaster.ca). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applications need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship. However, all applicants must include one of the following statements: • Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada • No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a deep commitment to employment equity, inclusion and belonging. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Hiring Manager or designated individual specified on the job posting. Alternately, Job applicants may also contact: • Human Resources Services at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) to communicate accommodation needs. Applicant Diversity Survey Statement: As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-deserving groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information. Additional Information Learn More about McMaster’s Employment Equity Program.
September 8, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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I just published my article Archaeology as Worldbuilding, an effort that grows out of 20+ years of digital (and analog) archaeological making. Adjacent to recent arguments about storytelling, I broaden our scope to make past worlds & tell stories in community with others.

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Archaeology as Worldbuilding | Cambridge Archaeological Journal | Cambridge Core
Archaeology as Worldbuilding
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August 27, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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Meet Emily Jones, author of new classic, a coming-of-age in prehistory

Emily Jones will be at Macdonald Book Shop (152 E. Elkhorn Ave., Estes Park) Tuesday, Sept. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. She will be signing copies of her debut novel, “Nahia.” Emily Jones has combined her considerable academic…
Meet Emily Jones, author of new classic, a coming-of-age in prehistory
Emily Jones will be at Macdonald Book Shop (152 E. Elkhorn Ave., Estes Park) Tuesday, Sept. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. She will be signing copies of her debut novel, “Nahia.” Emily Jones has combined her considerable academic expertise (she is a professor of anthropology at the University of New Mexico), her love of reading and writing, her love of animals and the outdoors, and her love of history and prehistory to create a novel that will delight a wide range of readers.
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August 26, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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“There is danger in fictionalizing the past. The present ‘post-truth’ moment shows how easy it is for misinformation, propaganda, and conspiracy theories to thrive. Yet ... Without imagining the past, we can’t connect to it.”

Read more: www.sapiens.org/archaeology/...
August 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Archaeological fiction is a great way to reach the public—but there are dangers in it too. I wrote an essay about my experiences with this for @sapiens.org: www.sapiens.org/archaeology/...
(Am hoping to teach a class on this topic in AY26-27, thoughts very welcome!)

#archaeology #fiction
Archaeological Fiction and a Scientist's Dilemma
An archaeologist reflects on the role of fiction to imagine the deep past—and inspire future generations of archaeologists.
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August 27, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Have you ever read "The Clan of the Cave Bear"? If so, you're one step closer to thinking like a scientist. Anthropologist @emilylenajones.bsky.social explains why for @sapiens.org in this beautiful personal essay on the overlap between #fiction & #science. www.sapiens.org/archaeology/...
Archaeological Fiction and a Scientist's Dilemma
An archaeologist reflects on the role of fiction to imagine the deep past—and inspire future generations of archaeologists.
www.sapiens.org
August 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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sarsf.bsky.social
Virtual Book Talk TOMORROW

Author Sarah Kendzior on The Last American Road Trip.

"Their determination to see as many [national parks] as possible is a minor act of resistance." —Chicago Review of Books

Tuesday, July 8
2:00 pm MT
FREE

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Book Talk: “The Last American Road Trip” | School for Advanced Research
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July 7, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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I went to a cute indie bookshop in Moab yesterday and saw two books written by people I know! So proud of them! Both of these books are excellent and you should read them!
L: Nahia, R: The Salmon Cannon and the Levitating Frog
The book Nahia in a book store A book called The Salmon Cannon and the Levitating Frog in a bookstore
June 18, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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One of my all time favorite flicks. Terribly, terribly underrated and not nearly enough people have seen it.
June 18, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Warning: If you'd like to read a nice cheerful escapist book to take your mind off fascism, do not NOT buy my alternate history mystery Farthing, even though it's on sale today as an ebook for $1.99

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Farthing: A Story of a World that Could Have Been (Small Change Book 1)
Farthing: A Story of a World that Could Have Been (Small Change Book 1) - Kindle edition by Walton, Jo. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Farthing: A Story of a World that Could Have Been (Small Change Book 1).
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May 23, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Spent some time at Pecos National Historic Park this morning

#newmexicotrue #nationalparks #newmexico #history #archaeology #naturephotography #pecos
The colonial mission at Pecos National Historic Park in the morning sun A reconstructed kiva entrance at Pecos National Historic Park The colonial mission at Pecos National Historic Park with two tourists in front and the morning sun overhead
May 13, 2025 at 7:21 PM
emilylenajones.bsky.social
If you are in Albuquerque NM and looking for a (signed!) copy of NAHIA, stop by Organic Books in Nob Hill! (I mean, stop by there anyway, it’s a terrific store, but if you are looking for NAHIA now you have an excuse to go!)

#albuquerque #books #independentbookstores #nahia #yalit #newmexico #abq
The book NAHIA on a shelf at the independent bookstore Organic Books
May 9, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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It's the cutest time of year as the next generation of Shetland ponies start to arrive 😍 #Shetland
Chestnut shetland pony foal looking at camera with mum looking over him. Mum is dark chestnut with white socks
May 9, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Please join us for our Journal Club discussion tomorrow, May 9th at 11:00am PST with Dr. Teresa Steele, who will recap the various zooarch and zooarch-adjacent topics presented at the SAAs last month. We look forward to seeing you all there!

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May 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Released today: The special issue stamp on #IceAge art from the caves in the Swabian Jura. The caves became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Many of the approximately 40,000-year-old objects are on display at urmu Blaubeuren – one of our seven branch museums.

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#archaeology
Special issue stamp from Germany featuring detailed images of Ice Age ivory figurines, flutes, and beads discovered in caves of the Swabian Jura. The stamp honors the UNESCO World Heritage site for prehistoric art and includes ancient animal carvings, human figures, and musical instruments. Text on the stamp reads “UNESCO-Welterbe Höhlen und Eiszeitkunst der Schwäbischen Alb” and “Nationale Archäologische Funde.” The stamp is marked "EUROPA," has a denomination of 95 Euro cents, and is dated 2025.
May 8, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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Meet our 2025–2026 Native Artist fellowships: Keith Edaakie (Zuni), Akilah Martinez (Diné), and Karen Ann Hoffman (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin). This year’s artists are merging traditions with urgent contemporary issues, cultural preservation, & cross-cultural expression.

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Artists Selected for 2025–2026 Native Artist Fellowships | School for Advanced ResearchHybrid
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May 7, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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ALERT: We only have a few hours to save hotspot lending programs funded by #ERate. We NEED your voice.

Senator Ted Cruz is attempting a last-minute strategy to permanently defund E-Rate hotspot programs at libraries across the country. Call your Senators NOW and tell them to vote NO on S.J.Res 7!
Call the Senate now to save E-Rate hotspot funding. (202) 224-3121. 1: Dial. 2: Ask for your Senator. 3: Tell them to protect E-Rate wi-fi hotspot funding and vote NO on SJ Res 7. Show up for our libraries, American Library Association.
May 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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New candle on a rainy writing day in Santa Fe

#newmexico #amwriting #rain
An hourglass and a lit spherical candle before a window
May 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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She’s officially out in the world 😊 Thanks to everyone who helped to make this happen! #nahia #bookbirthday #yabooks #ya
Screenshot of NAHIA on Bookshop.org, where it’s now available!
April 15, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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#Yalit #bookreview NAHIA is at YABC!
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#prehistoricEurope #yaromance #debutauthor #newrelease
April 14, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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come, and witness
the real flowers
of this troubled world

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April 13, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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💫 Not sure what to read next? This list of 55 exciting new YA books being published in April 2025 might be a great place to start! 💫
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A compilation of book covers of ten young adult books being published in April 2025 including Two Truths and A Lionel, Nahia, All The Noise At Once, The Corruption of Hollis Brown, The Summer I Remembered Everything, The Family I'm In, Voice of the Ocean, Deadstream, Murder Between Friends and Boys With Sharp Teeth
April 1, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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MORE: Libraries in several states have received letters which claim to cancel federal IMLS grants.

Congress MUST act to restore this funding. Read our full statement: www.ala.org/news/2025/04...

Use your voice - call Congress to protect & restore library funding: bit.ly/CallCongressForLibraries
"Withdrawing library grants is a callous move at any time, but downright cruel at a time when it's getting harder for many Americans to make ends meet - most of all, in small and rural communities. The White House may have no qualms about slashing opportunity for jobseekers, students, veterans and families, but Congress has the power to restore support for services their constituencies rely on." - ALA President Cindy Hohl. American Library Association, Show up for our libraries
April 3, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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New paper from the UNM Zooarchaeology lab out this week, led by PhD student Larkin Chapman! Interested in hares as paleoecological signals? You may be interested 😊 authors.elsevier.com/c/1krqu8MrPs...
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April 3, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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I have a new comment out in Nature Human Behaviour this week: rdcu.be/edRvK. I wrote this back in October 2024, when the world was a different place. But though I didn’t write it with this in mind, being connected to the place in which I live has been keeping me sane, these past months.
Climate resilience in the past was local
Nature Human Behaviour - In this Comment, Emily Jones discusses what we can learn from archaeology about climate change resilience. The effects of climate change are complex, and successful...
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March 18, 2025 at 10:41 PM