Binghamton University Student Investigates Amache Internment Camp
Madison Cardiel, an anthropology student at Binghamton University, conducted a four-week field study at Amache, a former World War II concentration camp in Colorado.
Madison Cardiel, an anthropology student at Binghamton University, spent four weeks conducting investigations at the former Amache National Historic Site in Colorado as part of the Institute Field Research program.
Fieldwork Conducted at the Amache Site
Madison Cardiel conducted excavation and museum work at Amache, a former World War II Japanese internment camp in Colorado.
The student participated in surface surveys focused on walking over residential blocks and recording findings.
Historical Artifacts Discovered in the Area
During the field sweeps, children's marbles, converted tin cans, and ceramic pieces were found.
Cardiel's favorite artifact was a nail polish bottle that still contained peach-colored paint.
Interactions Established with the Community and Visitors
Cardiel explained the project she was conducting to visitors during an open house event held at the campsite.
Additionally, she met and conducted interviews with local townspeople and survivors of the camp.
Academic Support and University Opportunities
The great campus facilities and scholarships offered by Binghamton University made it easier for students to participate in fieldwork.
In addition to the Research Institute scholarship, Cardiel received support from the Harper Edge and the Career Center.
Academic Achievements and Future Goals
Anthropology professor Ruth M. Van Dyke stated that Cardiel carried out graduate-level work.
Cardiel aims to pursue a career in cultural resource management in the future and protect cultural heritage in official processes.