Public Agencies and Universities: Partnerships for the Past

Federal, state, tribal, and even municipal agencies have formed partnerships with Anthropology and Archaeological programs at a number of American universities. These partnerships have been mutually beneficial in many ways. The agencies get cost-effective access to faculty expertise, a role in the development of young professionals, and the latest in research technologies and approaches. Universities benefit from new funding streams, practical and challenging research projects, and growth opportunities for both students and faculty. This session will highlight the programs, accomplishments, challenges, and lessons learned from six agency-university partnerships and propose ways they can be improved and expanded.