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What’s the Harm? It’s Just a Show.

April 30, 2018January 23, 2019by Stephanie HalmhoferLeave a Comment on What’s the Harm? It’s Just a Show.
What’s the Harm? It’s Just a Show.

Non-archaeologists are given access to larger, more public platforms to discuss archaeology than actual archaeologists are, and that's a problem.

Reflections on #SAA2018

April 16, 2018July 23, 2018by Stephanie HalmhoferLeave a Comment on Reflections on #SAA2018
Reflections on #SAA2018

I've just returned from the SAA conference in Washington D.C., and wanted to reflect on my experiences

An Unsolicited Guide to Writing an Archaeology Blog Post

February 17, 2018April 30, 2018by Stephanie HalmhoferLeave a Comment on An Unsolicited Guide to Writing an Archaeology Blog Post
An Unsolicited Guide to Writing an Archaeology Blog Post

Do you want to try blogging but aren't sure where to start? I've got some advice for you!

Digging in the Wrong Place: “Undiscovered”

January 22, 2018January 22, 2018by Stephanie HalmhoferLeave a Comment on Digging in the Wrong Place: “Undiscovered”
Digging in the Wrong Place: “Undiscovered”

Let's talk about the controversy surrounding the pharaoh Tutankhamun's DNA.

Sprinkling Some Grains of Salt on Ice Bridge

January 15, 2018January 31, 2022by Stephanie Halmhofer5 Comments on Sprinkling Some Grains of Salt on Ice Bridge
Sprinkling Some Grains of Salt on Ice Bridge

My take on CBC's disappointing documentary that gave support to an archaeologically rejected theory that's been adopted by white nationalists.

Knowledge Feature: Pseudoarchaeology

January 8, 2018August 25, 2021by Stephanie Halmhofer3 Comments on Knowledge Feature: Pseudoarchaeology
Knowledge Feature: Pseudoarchaeology

Let's say it together - there were never aliens involved.

Celebrating The Women of Archaeology – 2017 Edition

January 4, 2018March 14, 2018by Stephanie Halmhofer2 Comments on Celebrating The Women of Archaeology – 2017 Edition
Celebrating The Women of Archaeology – 2017 Edition

Join us for the first annual celebration of women in archaeology!

“Digging in the Wrong Place” – A New Series for 2018

December 29, 2017March 3, 2018by Stephanie Halmhofer3 Comments on “Digging in the Wrong Place” – A New Series for 2018
“Digging in the Wrong Place” – A New Series for 2018

Ever wondered what books get wrong about archaeology? I'm about to tell you...

What to Do if You Encounter an Archaeologist in the Wild

November 8, 2017December 28, 2017by Stephanie Halmhofer6 Comments on What to Do if You Encounter an Archaeologist in the Wild
What to Do if You Encounter an Archaeologist in the Wild

Here's a helpful guideline on what to do or not to do when you see an archaeologist working!

Knowledge Feature – X-Ray Fluorescence

October 29, 2017January 8, 2018by Stephanie HalmhoferLeave a Comment on Knowledge Feature – X-Ray Fluorescence
Knowledge Feature – X-Ray Fluorescence

I'm making my first ever attempt at XRF analysis. I don't know if it will work, but there's only one way to find out!

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