Lab Hours 5/12/10

We are finally done. It has been very time consuming but one of my most enjoyable classes ever. I really loved the Native American focus and each assignment was interesting. I crammed all my hours into my last week like every other procrastinating college student, and managed to make up for any missed time as well.

On 5/5 I spent 2 hours in the museum going through catalogs and making copies. On 5/10 I spent 2 hours doing research online through the library and updating and viewing my blog. On 5/11-5/12 I spent 9 hours completing the inventory/research assignment and posting this blog, including 2 in which I attempted to remedy the saving problem (none of the suggested ideas on Dr. C's blog worked/incompatible operating system). So I will have to try and scan my printed copies or retype the whole thing tomorrow after class. UGGH!!

Very happy the class is over but sad at the same time.....

Total hours: 13

5/5 Lab Hours

Sadly I was unable to do much but take my quiz this week and post this blog. I had too many large assignments due for other classes. I will be utilizing the extra time given tomorrow for research and study in the museum.

Lab Hours: 40 minutes

Lab Hours 4/28/10

I spent most of the week finishing all the reading (4 hours 30 mins), which included all the stuff I was behind on. I really enjoyed the articles online. Its nice to tie the history into the basketry making. I spent an hour on our NAGPRA assignment, which included looking for the periodicals and typing them into the blog post. Lastly, I spent 40 mins reading blog posts this week. I enjoy seeing others perspectives on the same assignment.

Total hours: 8 hours

NAGPRA Assignment,

American Indian Art, Vol. 35(2): 78, Spring 2010


1. "Notice of Intent to Repatriate Cultural items: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Denver, CO (August 29, 2008). In 1965 a pair of collectors obtained "18 silver Seminole pendants" from an American Indian art dealer, and three years later donated them to the museum. According to transaction records, four of the pendants "are from a burial over 100 years old." The museum agreed to return the pendants to the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Dania, Big Cypress, Brighton, Hollywood and Tampa Reservations."



American Indian Art, Vol. 34(3): 78, Summer 2009


2. " Notice of Intent to Repatriate Cultural Items: St. Louis Science Center, St. Louis, MO (February 13, 2008). In 1970 the center received two eagle feathers from a donor who had obtained them seventeen years earlier as a gift from "the Ottawa also known as the Odawa) tribe in Harbor Springs, Michigan. According to the repatriation notice, "The Odawa believe the eagle feathers are sacred objects and without proper relationships and appropriate ceremonial uses of the eagle feathers the spirits and Odawapeople suffer." It was agreed that the feathers should be turned over to the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians of Michigan."

American Indian Art, Vol. 34 (3): 78, Summer 2009

3. "Notice of Intent to Repatriate Cultural Items: Alaska State Museum, Juneau, AK (February 25, 2008). Late in the nineteenth century an unknown weaver in Sitka, Alaska, using cedar bark, mountain goat hair and commercial wool, wove the Multiplying Wolf Chilkat Tunic. This tunic is at.oow, a community possessed sacred object belonging to the Tlingits' Wolf House, or Kaagwaantann (Eagle moiwety/Wolf clan). Photographs taken during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries show Wolf House leader Jacob Yarquan, its probable custodian, wearing the Multiplying Wolf Tunic. When he died, Yarquan's wife Lily sold it to the Historical Library and Museum Commission, which donated it the the Alaska Historical Library and Museum, the precursor to the Alaska State Museum.

The Kaagwaantaan regarded the Multiplying Wolf Tunic as an object of cultural patrimony. "In this case, the tunic was alienated by the widow of the caretaker, Lily Yarkwan [sic], who belonged to another clan," the notice reports. "According to museum records, Mrs. Yarkwan presented herself as legal owner of the tunic to museum officials, who subsequently purchased it in good faith. There is no evidence that the Wolf House itself was directly involved in the alienation or that the transaction was handled in accordance with Tlingit law." In fact, "the tunic is an object of cultural patrimony and was alienated without the consent of the Wolf House." The museum agreed to transfer the tunic to the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes and Sitka Tribe of Alaska acting on behalf of the Wolf House of the Sitka Kaagwaantaan clan."

Lab Hours 4/21

I really enjoyed our guest speaker last week, and actually used some of what he said in my Hunter-Gather class. I could have listened to him speak for hours. This week I spent 3 hours reading and I'm still behind. No matter how much I read, I never seem to be caught up. I spent a total of 2 hours and 15 minutes on our catalog assignment, including my library search. I spent a total of 45 minutes this week creating my blogs and reviewing Dr. C's and other posts, as well as commenting.

Total: 6 hours

Lab Hours 4/14

A short week for me. I spent i hour and 25 mins working on the blog assignment and posting these two blogs. I also spent a total of 2 hours and 50 mins reading, including going to the library to read the Burcaw book. I am still behind on my reading, but hope to catch up next week.

Total hours: 4 hours 15 mins

Job-related Blog Entry

1. N/A. I have never worked for or volunteered for a museum, but I have had work experience that could pertain to those items listed by Burcaw, such as completing an accreditation, completing a million dollar budget, supervision of employees, managing a large information database, public speaking (AA degree in Telecommunications), and P/R and advertising. I have also worked on grant proposals, federal and state reporting, and scholarship awards while employed as Interim Associate Dean for the College of Education at Touro University. I also have experiance in the selection process of grant proposals as well as with lobbying government officials, in my previous position as a District Representative for Congressman George Miller.

2. Programs Officer
Job ID: 6688454
Position Title: Programs Officer
Company Name: Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Job Function: Exhibitions
Entry Level: No
Location(s): Big Cypress Reservation, Florida, 33440, United States
Posted: April 5, 2010
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Duration: Indefinite
Min Education: Master's Degree
Min Experience: 5-7 Years
Required Travel: 10-25%
Company: Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
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APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person:
Anne McCudden
Email Address:
protect_email2("amccudden", "semtribe.com");
amccudden@semtribe.com
Phone: 863-902-1113 Ext. 12201
Fax: 863-902-8879
Apply URL: http://www.semtribe.com/

Job Description
PROGRAMS OFFICER

NATURE OF WORK

The candidate for this position will be responsible for planning, developing, coordinating and managing all exhibits, educational, special events, traditional arts and community outreach programs conducted for the benefit of the Museum, consistent with the Museum mission. The Programs Officer is an integral member of the Museum Management team and directly reports to the Museum Director and directly supervises the Curator of Exhibitions, the Education Coordinator and the Outreach Coordinator. This is an exempt position.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this position. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed, if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Manage staff and operations of the Programs Division and directly oversee the Exhibits, Educational and Outreach Programs within the Museum.

Direct all operational aspects of these programs including but not limited to budgeting, logistics, public relations, staffing, etc..

Oversee production and distribution of related collateral items in conjunction with the programs being carried out

Assist in the marketing and promotions campaigns that will accompany the program activities.

Assist in effort to maintain the best practices with the museum field, this includes the ability to maintain the proper policies and procedures applicable to this division.

Lend support in other Museum areas as directed by Museum Director and/or Executive Director.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of all types of museum programming (public and non-public)
Ability to develop and implement the strategic goals and objectives of the Programs Division as per the long term strategic plan.
Proven successful grant writing skills.
Ability to define and achieve annual and capital development objectives.
Ability to effectively and professionally represent Museum to potential collaborative partners.
Strong planning and organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Strong verbal, writing and public speaking skills.
Ability to maintain accurate and appropriate gift and research records.
Ability to work with considerable initiative.
Knowledge of Past Perfect museum software helpful.
Excellent computer skills utilizing Microsoft programs and add-ins.
Ability to serve the Tribal community, the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the STOF community, general public, co-workers and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and Holidays.
Ability to travel as necessary.

Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum five (5) years resource development experience, Museum Industry preferred. Proven successful grant writing is a must. Strong planning and organizational skills are imperative. English written and verbal communication skills essential. Knowledge of Past Perfect museum software helpful. Excellent computer skills utilizing Microsoft programs and add-ins. Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and Holidays. Ability to travel as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Typically, the incumbent may sit comfortably to do the work; there will be travel, occasional walking, standing, bending, carrying of items; may occasionally drive company vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a clean, air-conditioned enclosed office area.

APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person: Anne McCudden
Email Address: protect_email2("amccudden", "semtribe.com"); amccudden@semtribe.com
Phone: 863-902-1113 Ext. 12201
Fax: 863-902-8879

(American Association of Museums)

I chose this job post, because it is exactly the type of position I would be looking for upon completing my MA in Museum Studies. I am minoring in Native American Studies, because I would like to work for a Native American tribal organization in which I could work directly with them to help preserve and maintain aspects of their culture as wells as educate the public from a Native American perspective.

As for job related skill sets and experience, please see my answer to question number 1 above. (Over 5 listed, but wrote it out before I read the last part of the assignment)

Lab Hours

Nothing like waiting to the last minute to complete the weekly log. I hoped if I drug it out I could get some more time in, but as Dr. C said yesterday, soon enough I will have many hours to make up the difference. I started the week with an extra 45 mins of class time for the Shanks lecture. I then logged two hours in the museum yesterday helping to edit and print documents, trying to put some on foam board, throwing out trash and generally getting in the way. I spent a total of 45 mins on the blogs this week, mainly reading others and making small comments. I then finished with reading the Shanks assignment which took a total of 2 hours 30 mins over two days.

Total hours: 6 hours

wow, now that I add it all up, I actually completed my time.

Lab Hours

I know I always say this, but what a crazy week. My daughter has been sick since last Friday and I had to stay home with her the last 2 days because she had a fever. She still has a horrible cough, but I am leaving her with a friend so I can make it to school tomorrow. I am really looking forward to the lecture, but I'm not happy about having to leave at 2:50 to make it to my next class at 3 pm. I would skip out on it, but I missed class on Monday due to the above. This week I spent 40 mins on the blogs. I spent 6 hours working on my portion of the museum exhibit. I also spent 1 hour and 20 mins reading the Shank assignment, which I loved. I was thinking about bringing my book to have it signed tomorrow, but I have to leave before the lecture is over. Maybe I can get one of my team mates to get it signed for me.

I have been sleeping on the couch with my daughter the last two night, so she can sleep upright to keep her chest clear. I am doing so again tonight, but it is killing my back and neck. I could really use a massage. I did get a break tonight while hubby watched her and I went to get my nails done. Looking forward to reentering the real world tomorrow. See you all at the lecture.

Total hours: 8 hours

Lab Hours

Another crazy but somewhat productive week. I really enjoyed meeting my group. Team 4 is focused, motivated and just as anally detailed orientated as I am. We are a great fit. Our group spent 3 hours working together on the focus and content of our portion of the exhibit. I was able to spend 20 mins in the group meeting with Dr. C narrowing down our ideas. I also found time to visit blogs and post on other blogs for a total of an hour this week. I completed this weeks reading in 40 mins. Finally, I rounded out the week working 3 hours on completing our story board, which included online research and downloads. It is now 11 pm, and I will try and get a hour of reading in for another class tomorrow. Good night class!

Total hours: 8

Lab Hours

I really liked completing the Deed of Gift project this week. It was fun and allowed Miranda and I to be creative and humorous. I also enjoyed the guest speaker last week. Dr. Johnson was no holds bar when it came to speaking about the problems and concerns with the CSUS museum. I loved his frankness about the situation, and could empathize with his frustrations. Below is my hours for the week, itemized by task.

I spent a total of 3 hours catching up on all my back reading (I am thankfully caught up with the syllabus). I also spent a total of 2.5 hours blogging (including meeting with Carrie to fix my page and learn how to use the RSS feed). I spent a total of 2 hours working on the Deed of Gift project, which included meeting with my partner, communicating via email, and actually getting it on paper.

Total hours completed: 7.5 hours

Lab Hours 2/23/10

Today is my daughter, Madeline's 1st birthday, and since my hospital stay and her birthday party this past weekend, I have been very far behind in all of my classes. This has left me up very late tonight to complete my reading, updates to my blog page and completion of the quiz. I spent 3 hours reading, adding to my blog page, reviewing pics in Dr. Castaneda's pictures, and taking the quiz. I also spent a total of 2 hours this week looking at other people's blog pages (and being jealous of how nice they are) as well as spending 1 hour searching for my artifacts in the museum with Dr. Castaneda. We found my beaded pouch, but was unable to find my basket after 2 attempts. I did note that she was able to later find it, and photograph it at a later date this week. I added the entire class' blog pages to follow on my page, and I downloaded the RSS feed that was suggested, but don't have a clue how to use it ( perhaps someone who is computer literate can assist me with this part). I downloaded pics of my artifacts, and chose Team 4 for assignments. Hopefully I can catch back up this weekend (but we have friends staying with us Sat, so not likely). Say a prayer for me....

Total time: 6 hours

Home Sick

I missed class on Wednesday because I have a horrible cough and also a recurring fever. I am surprised that I was able to create this blog without any direction. I feel like a computer geek. I am stuck in bed and my husband has had to stay home with our baby because I am useless. Hopefully I will feel well enough to be at school next week. Good news is I have plenty of time to catch up on my reading when I am not sleeping due to heavy medication.