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December 22nd, 2009
gainesville
[gatorgirl0308]
| 02:57 am - Advice
I have a stalking neighbor who has now decided to send me texts at odd hours. I have started feeling scared too. What are my options to get help from law?
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December 21st, 2009
anthropologist
[finstergrrrl]
 | 06:45 pm - paleo without fieldwork?
hi all. i'm about to complete my bachelor's degree (united states, ohio) and am strongly considering applying to the master's program in anthropology at kent state university. not only would i (theoretically) have access to dr. owen lovejoy, i'd also have access to a treasure trove of old bones. *cue glint in eye* i'm a paleo person all the way and kent state, from everything i understand, has one of the best bio/paleo programs in the world. if anyone cares to correct me on that, please enlighten me.
here's my problem. fieldwork seems to be sort of a given in the field. however, i'm not actually sure i want to do fieldwork, at least not long-term. i realize i'll probably have to do at least some for the degree. that said, is there a place in anthropology for people who just want to work in the lab? or am i terribly naive? thanks.
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anthropologist
[lizfairy]
 | 10:03 pm - Rejection after UCL interview...
I felt a bit gutted when I first found out, but now I'm kind of over it, as realistically I'd rather focus on Social Anthropology, offered to me already by Goldsmiths and Kent, and awaiting pending decisions from LSE and Edinburgh.
I asked for feedback... And have from it come to the conclusion the college had already made up their decision prior to my interview, and it was more a formality to not un-invite me. Though I met the grade requirements of ABBB already at A level, and have a strong personal statement, apparently competition this year is far greater than last year and as a result the grade profile is being raised to at least AABB, with offers going to mainly those with 3 As. I felt really unchallenged in the interview, and didn't get the grilling I'd heard of successful interviewee applicants receiving prior to their offers. I didn't get caught out or give any grounds to NOT receive an offer, but at the same time I wasn't given an opportunity to show off my research, experience, existing knowledge etc. I'm very disappointed.
I had extenuating circumstances (hospitalization during AS) and a doctors note to confirm this which were sent even with my application. This didn't help it.
Oh well, I doubt I'll get an offer from LSE or Edinburgh but I shan't feel hostile towards either, as neither will have wasted my time and parent's money traveling to a non-event hehe. I can hope anyway.
I think I'll end up at Goldsmiths next year, can't wait to study Anthropology!
:)
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December 20th, 2009
anthropologist
[ar_poe]
 | 10:45 pm
Hi guys, new to the community, and I hope this type of post is alright.
Anyway, I'm an anthropology major and I was looking into trying to find a few blogs on anthropology (in general or cultural) and criminal profiling, that type of thing. I was wondering if anyone had any favorite blogs that they'd be willing to share? Surprisingly, I can't seem to find too many.
Thank you in advance!
Current Music: Philip Glass - Metamorphosis Five | Powered by Last.fm
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gainesville
[avafeva]
 | 10:16 pm - Apron?
A friend with eclectic tastes dropped the hint that she'd like an apron for Christmas. I don't want to just buy any old one, and yet, with one week to go, I guess that's what I might have to do. I'm going to ask just for the heck of it - does anyone know where I can shop for a variety of aprons? If not, maybe a seamstress that can whip something up (obviously this wouldn't be an Xmas present at that point).
Thanks for the help, I considered getting something custom printed at cafepress.com or something, but that's a little to generic and she deserves better.
Thank you all in advance; if anyone can help is it all of you here!
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December 19th, 2009
anthropologist
[gwinna]
 | 09:29 pm - Santa Claus 'buried in Ireland'
The saint who the legend of Santa Claus is based on is believed to be buried in Kilkenny, according to local historians. The remains of St Nicholas of Myra, the philanthropist who lived in the 4th century and was the bishop of Lycia, are thought to have been moved to Jerpoint Abbey some 800 years ago.
During his life, St Nicholas left anonymous gifts for the poor and his well-known generosity propelled him to sainthood shortly after his death in 346, inspiring the legend of the jolly man in the red suit.
Original Story or ( Read more... )
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December 18th, 2009
anthropologist
[omdreads]
 | 04:03 pm - countercultural ethnographies
hey folks,
at the college I attend, we spend junior and senior year researching and writing a thesis (we call it "plan"). I am writing an ethnography of contemporary punk counterculture in the U.S., taking photographs of punks, writing a fictional ethnography of a group in the future, and situating it all historically with a paper about bohemians in the early 1900's and hippies in the 1960's and 70's.
So, I'm interested in: ficitonal ethnographies, ethnographies of countercultures (particularly bohemians, hippies, and punks), and any other thing you think might be relevant. I have, of course, read Dick Hebdige, but for the most part what I have is original research I've conducted, and it would be great to have inspiration and/or footnotes from some other ethnographers or theorists.
thanks,
Georgios
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gainesville
[scarletazalea]
 | 03:08 pm - Holidaze Sauce and Bah Humbug some Scroogilicious Xmas Fun this weekend
Holidaze Sauce: Making it (less) weary and slight
Friday, December 18th, 8:00 p.m.
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre, 619 S. Main Street
$5 to 50 sliding scale, to benefit ART and Duffy's Heart Fund
The hoary chestnuts of the holidaze season (Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Solstice, Human Light, Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year's) will be roasted over an open fire of wit. And there also may be a bit of joy to the world celebration as well as cynical criticism; we like to mix and match so the audience is stirred but not shaken. Content tends to be very adult and irreverent.
So far the line up includes sing-a-longs, songs, storytelling, poems, performance, video and "Dear Sheila Claws" letters. Performances by Shamrock McShane, Sheila Bishop, David Maas, Jimmy Nil Fishhawk, Johnny Rocket and Victoria Bradbury. Video work by frog, Zach Castedo and Bryan Konessky. And maybe a few surprises. It will be just like Christmas!
A crookedletter cabaret to benefit the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre and Duffy's Heart Fund, a fund created by The Helping Hands Clinic to meet the needs of homeless women. You also are encouraged to bring canned food, hygiene products, candles and white socks for The Home Van.
Bah Humbug: Gainesville Holiday Extravaganza
Sunday, December 20th, 7:00 p.m.
Daacha Gallery, 11 SE 5th Ave
$3-5 sliding scale
Come out to this show of puppets by Kathy & Kathleen and company, plus music by The Bathtub Minstrels and the Hogtown Bah-Humbug Extravaganza Christmas Carol Pick-up Band Orchestra. Bring a silly small wrapped gift and sit on Santa's lap. Some content may be adult.
Current Location: The Laboratory
Current Mood: grand
Current Music: Violent Femmes
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gainesville
[bigdawg65]
| 09:01 am - Veternarians in Gainesville
I am looking for a decent Vet in Gainesville that doesn't charge you an arm and a leg everytime you take your dog in for a visit. I most recently used Timberview Pet Clinic but everytime I would go I could not get out of there for less than $150 .. Way too much $$ especially if your dog isn't really sick and just going in for normal check ups.
thanks in advance,
Ken
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gainesville
[need_wheels]
 | 09:00 am - anyone leaving town selling their car?
I need a car (really) cheap.
Not having any luck on craigslist.
Thanks for any leads... ( Read more... )
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anthropologist
[gwinna]
| 12:52 am - Link of Interest
EurekAlert! is an online, global news service operated by AAAS, the science society.
EurekAlert! provides a central place through which universities, medical centers, journals, government agencies, corporations and other organizations engaged in research can bring their news to the media and the public. EurekAlert! features news and resources focused on all areas of science, medicine and technology.
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December 17th, 2009
anthropologist
[gwinna]
 | 06:01 pm - Star Trek Stops Women From Becoming Computer Scientists
The gender gap in computer science may have been widened by Star Trek, a new study suggests — but it could be bridged with a less geeky image.
New research published in the December Journal of Personality and Social Psychology suggests that the stereotype of computer scientists as unwashed nerds may be partially responsible for the dearth of women in the field, as shown by National Science Foundation statistics.
“What this research shows is that the image of computer science — this geeky, masculine image — can make women feel like they don’t belong,” says lead author Sapna Cheryan of the University of Washington.
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gainesville
[sita_137]
 | 08:57 am - Free medical resource
I just discovered a free resource through North Florida Regional Medical Center: Consult-A-Nurse; ask about symptoms, etc, from a registered nurse. A good alternative to going to (or finding) a doctor for something you're not sure about the severity of. 1-800-611-6913.
Thought I would share.
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December 16th, 2009
anthropologist
[harehare]
 | 05:41 pm - The phenomena of narcissism
It's gonna be Christmas soon, and for Indonesian (especially those who live in the city), it means a chance to take a photo in the mall with some dancing teddy bears.
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So my questions are:
1)What does this indicate?
2)Is it happening in other country?
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December 15th, 2009
gainesville
[asicry]
 | 10:05 pm
My husband and I were trying to figure out what to get his little sister for Christmas (she is 2) and his dad told him that she is having trouble holding crayons without breaking them - he heard that they make crayon holders to help them color - but I cannot find them! does anyone know what he is talking about? also, if you have purchased a holder for your little ones...do they like it?!
EDIT: ALSO... I know this is so the wrong place to ask this, but I recently bought a car (scion xB if it matters) that came with 18" rims and low profile tires and I was wanting to sell them and buy stock-sized wheels (usually 15") - but I posted them on craigslist and it was a no go - I spoke to someone at pepboys and they were saying I should look into seeing if anyone would want to work out some a trade situation - their regular size wheels for my 18s - and I figured this would be a decent place to start since I have NO idea where to post this situation! any suggestions?
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gainesville
[ecohanbear]
 | 02:42 pm - Moving sale!
Lots of IKEA and other stuff here:
http://gainesville.craigslist.org/fuo/1511359670.html
If you see anything you like, make an offer!
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anthropologist
[kimbo_smarties]
 | 06:34 am - Universities for religious archaeology
Hi, I'm Kimberly and I'm a high school senior that's starting to apply to colleges. I'm looking to become a religious archaeologist, focusing primarily on Judaism and early Christianity. I was wondering if anyone could recommend any good schools. My dream school would be University of North Carolina- Charlotte, but I'm also applying to the University of Alabama- it's in state and I'll get cheaper tuition. But if anyone could point me in another direction, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks!
Current Location: Alabama
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December 14th, 2009
gainesville
[sillie_lizzie]
 | 05:55 pm - Used Dvds
Where can I take my used DVDs to make some extra holiday cash?
TIA!
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anthropologist
[iwishihadwings9]
 | 04:54 pm - BOOKS!
Okay fellow Anthro Enthusiasts- it is winter break for me and I need some mental stimulation. I'm a senior of Anthro and Classics at the University of South Florida and lean towards archaeology and cultural the most. I already have Patterns of Culture and The Chrysanthemum and the Sword (Benedict) as some reading material, but any other suggestions? What was your favorite ethnography or anthropological work? I'd love to force my anthropological brain to work a bit over this 4 week break, so any suggestions would be most helpful. Thanks so much!
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