Kurt E. Dongoske

Pueblo of Zuni

Kurt E. Dongoske's research contributes significantly to the fields of repatriation, archaeology, and environmental studies. Their work, as seen in publications such as "Making Mitigation Meaningful to Descendant Communities: An Example from Zuni, New Mexico" and "Collaborating at the Trowel's Edge: Teaching and Learning in Indigenous Archaeology," explores the importance of culturally sensitive practices in archaeology, particularly with regards to Native American communities. Dongoske's research also sheds light on the impact of colonialism on indigenous cultures, as evident in "Plundered Skulls and Stolen Spirits: Inside the Fight to Reclaim Native America's Culture." These studies underscore the need for archaeologists to prioritize descendant community input and cultural sensitivity in their work.