So in the last few days the World of Anthropology, and by default archaeology, in the states have been exploding with outrage over comments from the Governor of Florida saying that anthropology degrees are a waste of time. The whole story can be seen here at neuroanthroplogy (latest development- the good governor’s daughter is an Anthro major). The best think to come out of this is this amazing visual wonder- This is Anthropology
I have tried embedding it below but if it doesn’t work try the link here- http://prezi.com/vmvomt3sj3fd/this-is-anthropology/
I am going to have to play around with a prezi soon cause they are amazing. CLICK THROUGH THE PRESENTATION
Students at University of South Florida respond to Gov. Rick Scott’s assertion that the state of Florida doesn’t need any more anthropologists.
Daryl
October 13, 2011
I hope that prezi is something that can get through the thick and dimwitted head of Scott. They really made it easy for him to understand the discipline, hopefully he will see it and figure out how it works. Guessing from some of his comments on a plethora of topics I don’t think he knows how to use the internet for background research.
Charlotte Noble
October 15, 2011
Doug: Thanks so much for comments about my presentation, This is Anthropology. It’s been a work of love–I am truly honored to know such amazing and talented graduate students at the University of South Florida. Without their stories, this would not be possible. Thanks for spreading the word!!
Doug Rocks-Macqueen
October 15, 2011
no problem. I also posted it on reddit so you probably got a couple of hundred extra views from that as well.
Whitney Rose Petrey
October 16, 2011
Isn’t it great? I just recently moved to Tampa and I’ve met some of the people in Noble’s presentation. The archaeology community down here is wonderful (even if Governor Rick the Dick isn’t). You’ve got a great blog going! Thanks!