79TH ANNUAL MEETINGgered archaeological sites. In creating a national system ofarchaeological preserves for future generations to study andenjoy, Michel has helped to ensure the survival of our irreplaceablecultural heritage— a lasting legacy for all.AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC EDUCATIONABBY THE ARCHAEOBUSAbby the ArchaeoBus is a mobile archaeological classroom thathas reached thousands of educators, students, and familiessince it was created in 2009 by the Society for Georgia Archaeology(SGA) and its volunteers. It is a creative and innovativemeans to foster public understanding of archaeology and appreciationfor site stewardship. It provides flexible, informal programsfor large public events and formal classroom resourcesemphasizing standards-based analytical skills. In 2013, NewSouth Associates staff and Georgia State Anthropology graduatestudents, guided by the SGA, served as ArchaeoBus educators—targeting schools, libraries, museums, and events in metropolitanAtlanta and reaching 6,000 youngsters, many in economicallychallenged school districts. As a “magic school bus” full ofarchaeology fun and knowledge; a collaborative partnershipamong the avocational, academic, business, and CRM communities;an opportunity for public archaeology training of collegestudents; and in the educational experience it provides to visitors,it deserves the SAA’s Excellence in Public Archaeologyaward.CRABTREE AWARDFRANCIS H. SNOWFrankie Snow has earned the 2014 CrabtreeAward for his history of intellectualcontributions to the archaeology of theGeorgia Coastal Plain. Although not formallytrained in archaeology, Mr. Snow’sinterest began early and developed underthe guidance of Dr. Chris Trowel, a geographer at South GeorgiaCollege. Beginning in the 1960’s, Mr. Snow spent his free timeconducting archaeological field and lab work— particularly atthreatened sites— in the local region. He also developed expertiseon the elaborately carved wooden paddle-stamped designs ofWoodland Era Swift Creek pottery, and is now a recognizedauthority on the subject. During his avocational career to date,Mr. Snow has published 30 articles, presented 40 professionalpapers, given hundreds of public presentations, and nurturedboth avocational and professional archaeologists. He hasreceived several previous awards for his contributions to Georgiaarchaeology, and his career embodies the characteristics thatSAA’s Crabtree Award recognizes nationally.THE FRYXELL AWARD FORINTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCHMARVIN W. ROWEDr. Marvin W. Rowe has earned SAA’sFryxell Award for InterdisciplinaryResearch (Physical Sciences) based on hisprominent role in developing methods forrock art dating and minimally-destructivedating of fragile organic artifacts, and studying these methodsthrough scientific analysis, as well has his service to the professionthrough scholarship, student training, and public dissemination.While other rock art dating methods have come andgone, Dr. Rowe’s method has stood the test of time and of critics.It is unquestionably the most successful way to establish anumerical age for rock paintings. Equally important, he hashelped graduate students develop an interest in dating rockpaintings. This is extremely important because he wants his datingmethods to be available into the future. The methodologiesthat Dr. Rowe has developed, and taught to generations of studentsrepresent a most laudable contribution to the field ofarchaeology.PUBLIC SERVICE AWARDLORRAINE MARQUEZ EILERFor her dedication to the protection ofarchaeological and cultural resources ofthe Hia C-ed O’odham, we proudly presentthis award to Lorraine Marquez Eiler.To anyone that will listen, Lorraine MarquezEiler tells the story of the Hia C-edO’odham, the indigenous people of thewestern Papaguería. Long told that her people are extinct, Lorrainehas led the charge to demonstrate their existence, vitality,and proud cultural heritage. She was instrumental in having theTohono O’odham Nation place in trust the land around DarbyWells, the last Hia C-ed O’odham settlement. She then led theeffort to create the Hia C-ed District, which Lorraine currentlyrepresents on the Tohono O’odham Nation Legislative Council.In her quest for recognition for her people, Lorraine has workedwith many archaeologists, exhorting them to understand thattheir work is not about the past, but about the living and theirresponsibility to future generations. She has co-authored articles,generously shared her knowledge, and insisted that federalagencies hire archaeologists who have demonstrated knowledgeof Papaguerían archaeology and who meet the profession’shighest standards.54 The SAA Archaeological Record • May 2014
79TH ANNUAL MEETINGPUBLIC SERVICE AWARDJOSEPH T. JOAQUINFor his dedication to the protection of archaeological and culturalresources of the Tohono O’odham Nation we proudly presentthis award to Joseph “Joe” T. Joaquin. Joe Joaquin has workedtirelessly for decades protecting the cultural heritage of theTohono O’odham Nation. As the Sells District representative onthe Legislative Council, he was instrumental in establishing theNation’s Cultural Affairs Office. After the passage of the NAG-PRA and the Arizona burial law, he worked with federal, state,and local government agencies to implement the laws. He alsohas taught archaeologists that they can fulfill their scientificobligation and at the same time respectfully return remains andsacred items to the tribes. After leaving the tribal council, Joebecame a Cultural Resource Specialist for the Nation, where hecontinues to teach both archaeologists and tribal members, particularlythe young, on the importance of heritage. A Marine veteranof Korea and Vietnam, Joe serves as an honor guard fortribal veterans as they are laid to rest. Joe truly embodies theproud heritage of the Tohono O’odham Nation.AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE INLATIN AMERICAN AND CAR-RIBEAN ARCHAEOLOGYLUIS ALBERTO BORREROLuis Alberto Borrero has earned the SAA’sExcellence in Latin American andCaribbean Archaeology Award for hiscombination of scholarship and service tothe profession. Dr. Borrero’s contributions to Latin Americanarchaeology and international theory and method are exceptionaland have garnered considerable praise from his peers. Thislifework has been undertaken primarily on the early peopling ofsouthern South America, while his focus on zooarchaeologyand taphonomy sets the bar in these particular specialties. Thisaward also lauds Luis Alberto Borrero’s long and expert servicein developing the institutional and academic basis for archaeologicalresearch, in Argentina in particular and Latin America ingeneral. He has consistently pierced the barriers that nationalfrontiers present to archaeological research, both within LatinAmerica and between Latin America and North America. Hiscareer is a model of excellence in Latin American and worldarchaeology.LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDJEREMY SABLOFFJeremy Sabloff has earned the SAA’s Lifetime AchievementAward for his extraordinary contributions in teaching, mentoringof graduate students, research in several domains, and publicoutreach. There are few other senior scholars who have soconsistently dedicated their careers to the advancement ofarchaeology as a discipline and a scientific pursuit while simultaneouslyworking toward the continued relevance andstrengthening of archaeology by means of communication withan audience beyond narrow disciplinary limits. Moreover, thecareer of Jeremy Sabloff has been marked by selfless service andextraordinary collegiality tempered by adherence to the coreprinciples of archaeological conservation and the value ofempirical analysis. Jeremy Sabloff has been a mentor and a rolemodel for several generations of scholars, many of whom havegone on to their own distinguished careers.ETHICS BOWLTHE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA— BERKELEY, TEAMSTUDENT PAPER AWARDG. LOGAN MILLERMay 2014 • The SAA Archaeological Record55
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