Author Archives: Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

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About Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Professor and researcher who studies science communication, particularly issues that impact American Indians. Dr. Coleman is an enrolled citizen of the Osage Nation.

Roll on Columbia

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

The Columbia River has long been sacrosanct for Pacific Northwest Indians, who consider it an integral feature of their lives and spirit. Researching the mediated discourse and public opinion about tribal issues arising from the river has opened my eyes … Continue reading →

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Summer Bugs

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I love spiders. When I find one in the house I gently escort her outside. Spiders are the symbol of the Osage people, and rightly so. They carry their homes with them, on their backs, ready for the next adventure. … Continue reading →

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Meek’s Cutoff

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I write today without doing my homework. Don’t tell my students. Second daughter (Wee-Hey) and I saw Meek’s Cutoff and I resist reading the reviews and backstories while the movie floats through my soul and brain.

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Intuition

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

From a scientific view, intuition can be a curse.

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Dead Critters

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

A mole took up residence in my basement. A dead mole. Or mouse. A dark gray and blue furriness that looks like my dog’s toy is curled up on the concrete near the washing machine and dryer.

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Table of Contents

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I am grateful to be part of a cohort of academics who have been pulled together to write a new 2-volume book on American Indians and Popular Culture for a textbook that will be published this year. Yesterday the editor … Continue reading →

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Why Study Media?

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

A colleague made an off-handed comment that studying news media framing lacks value. But I argue that, particularly when it comes to science and Indians, news reports can be illuminating. In both cases, most Americans glean information about science and … Continue reading →

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Why Study Science Communication?

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

One of the reviewers of my proposed book (heavy emphasis on the proposed) asked me, “Why should readers care about science communication?” I take it for granted, I guess, that knowing how we think about risks to ourselves and others, … Continue reading →

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When Science Confirms What We Already Know

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

One of my favorite moments at the salmon conference I attended this week came when Yakama tribal elder Tony Washines greeted a crowd of policy-makers, scientists and attentive listeners. He smiled and said, “Good morning my relatives. Good morning my … Continue reading →

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Salmon Bake Controversy

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Each May the Native students at our university host a salmon bake, inviting the campus community to an outdoor feast in celebration of the return of the salmon. The event is intended to embrace the community: to build bridges rather … Continue reading →

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