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Questioning Apocalyptic Narratives of Maya Collapse: 24 Feb, 7:30 pm

February 16, 2010 By Fuji

Archaeologist Patricia McAnany, the Kenan Eminent Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, will be giving a public lecture entitled: “Questioning Apocalypic Narratives of Maya Collapse” in the Belk VAC at 7:30 pm next Wednesday, 24 February.

Can the collapse of ancient civilizations be used as lessons for current environmental crises? Were they good stewards of their surroundings, or did deforestation, erosion, and overpopulation result in their demise? Noted archaeologist Patricia McAnany will address this controversy, with respect to the mysterious demise of the ancient Maya civilization.

Filed Under: Anthropology, Classes, Davidson College Tagged With: archaeology


Eriberto P. Lozada Jr. is Associate Dean of Faculty, Professor of Anthropology and Environmental Studies, and Director of the Crosland Center for Teaching & Learning. He is a sociocultural anthropologist who has examined contemporary issues in Chinese society ranging from: religion and politics; food, popular culture and globalization; sports and society issues; and the cultural impact of science and technology. more...

Crosland Center for Teaching & Learning
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Davidson, NC 28035 USA

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