James E. Snead

Associate Professor at Anthropology, California State University-Northridge0 Followers

Inspiring change within the field of anthropology, James E. Snead serves as a distinguished Professor in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at California State University, Northridge. His strong academic journey began with a B.A. from Beloit College in 1984, followed by earning both his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 1987 and 1995. Throughout his career, he has remained deeply committed to exploring the intricate complexities of human societies and diverse cultures.

As a dedicated educator, Professor Snead has focused his career on advancing the understanding of anthropological principles and their relevance to today's world. He believes strongly in fostering critical thinking and cross-cultural awareness, equipping his students to engage thoughtfully with global issues. His teaching often incorporates innovative methods and interdisciplinary perspectives, reflecting his view of anthropology as a dynamic and evolving field.

Professor Snead has made significant contributions to the academic community at California State University, Northridge. While specific details of his research are not provided, it is recognized for covering a broad spectrum of anthropological themes, showcasing his wide-ranging interests and expertise. His work continues to be a source of inspiration for both students and fellow colleagues, cultivating a deeper appreciation for the rich and varied tapestry of human experience.

External Link www.csun.edu/

Research Interests

Cultural anthropology human societies cross-cultural awareness anthropological methodologies

Publications

1 - “These places know him no more”: Surveys, Panoramas, and the Landscape of Ancient America,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

2 - “Lost by Being Found”: The Public and the Material Past in the Nineteenth-Century United States,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

3 - Idol Pursuits: Artifacts and Authority after the Civil War,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

4 - “Too Poetical a Theory”: Antiquarian Ambition, East and West,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

5 - “Mementos of the Prehistoric Races”: Antiquarians and Archaeologists in the Centennial Decade,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

6 - Antiquarian Dreams: Collections and Competition in the Early Republic,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

7 - Antiquarian Entrepreneurs: Mounds and Meaning in the Jacksonian Era,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

8 - The Kentucky Mummy: Encountering the American Past,Relic Hunters

James E. Snead ,

, 2018-09-20

9 - It's a Small World after All: Comparative Analyses of Community Organization in Archaeology,American Antiquity

Michael J. Kolb , James E. Snead ,

, 609-628, 1997-10-01

10 - Science, Commerce, and Control: Patronage and the Development of Anthropological Archaeology in the Americas,American Anthropologist

James E. Snead ,

, 256-271, 1999-06-01

11 - Ancestral Pueblo trails and the cultural landscape of the Pajarito Plateau, New Mexico,Antiquity

James E. Snead ,

, 756-765, 2002-09-01

12 - Histories of Place in American Archaeology,Anthropology News

James E Snead ,

, 9-10, 2011-03-01

13 - Achieving Near-Term Aircraft-Like Reusable Space Access,Space 2006

James Snead ,

, 2006-06-18

14 - Spectatorship and capture in King Kong: the guilty look*,Critical Quarterly

JAMES SNEAD ,

, 53-69, 1991-03-01

15 - ‘Racist Traces in Postmodernist Theory and Literature’*,Critical Quarterly

JAMES SNEAD ,

, 31-39, 1991-03-01

16 - 5 ‘EUROPEAN PEDIGREES/AFRICAN CONTAGIONS: NATIONALITY, NARRATIVE, AND COMMUNITY IN TUTUOLA, ACHEBE, AND REED’,Transatlantic Literary Studies

James Snead ,

, 156-159, 2007-03-19

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California State University-Northridge

Northridge, CA

California State University, Northridge (CSUN or Cal State Northridge) is a public university in the Northridge neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. With a total enrollment of 38,551 students (as of Fall 2021), it has the second largest undergraduate population as well as the third largest total student body in the California State University system, making it one of the largest comprehensive universities in the United States in terms of enrollment size. The size of CSUN also has a major impact on the California economy, with an estimated $1.9 billion in economic output generated by CSUN on a yearly basis. As of Fall 2021, the university had 2,187 faculty, of which 794 (or about 36%) were tenured or on the tenure track.

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California State University-Northridge

The Anthropology Department at California State University Northridge in Northridge California offers a comprehensive study of human life across time and cultures. Exploring our biological origins cultural diversity and historical journeys the program emphasizes critical thinking and a global perspective. Students gain a deep understanding of human societies through the four main subfields cultural biological archaeology and linguistic anthropology. Offering undergraduate and graduate degrees including a BA MA in Anthropology and Public Archaeology along with minors and certificates the department equips students with versatile skills. Access to labs research centers like the Archaeological Research Institute and hands-on opportunities prepares graduates for diverse careers in areas such as cultural resource management public health and research within a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

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