Keywords

archaeology, government, research

Abstract

Northwest Mexico and the U.S. Southwest are in reality one region divided by a modern political border. Bi-national archaeological research and collaborations have been difficult to conduct due to the recent crime-wave that has take hold of Northern Mexico in recent years. Fear and U.S. sanctioned travel bans have driven scholars out of this region. In addition, the recent and pending retirements of academics have contributed to the diminishing number of archaeologists conducting research in Northwest Mexico. As a dual-citizen ad as an archaeologist with research interests on both sides of the border, I believe that research institutions and governments across this shared border should take action to facilitate research, and to ensure the safety of those who have an interest in this bi-national region.

Original Publication Citation

Searcy, Michael T. 2015 Segment in: Notes for the Next Century. KIVA 81(1-2):157.