Anthropology
Course Overview
This anthropology major explores the central question of what it means to be human by examining our species' vast biological and cultural diversity across time and space. You will investigate modern human evolution, our relationship with the environment, and the application of cultural knowledge to global challenges. The program offers a holistic understanding of humanity through the lenses of history, biology, and behavior.
Key Program Highlights
- Choose a focused study path in Cultural Anthropology, Biological Anthropology, or Archaeology.
- Gain hands-on experience through service learning, community internships, and archaeological field schools.
- Examine human evolution from fossils and explore modern applications in forensic science and primate studies.
- Learn scientific archaeological methods in the lab and understand its impact on cultural heritage and tourism.
- Conduct in-depth cultural studies on diverse global topics, from urban movements to conflict resolution.
Course Overview
This anthropology major explores the central question of what it means to be human by examining our species' vast biological and cultural diversity across time and space. You will investigate modern human evolution, our relationship with the environment, and the application of cultural knowledge to global challenges. The program offers a holistic understanding of humanity through the lenses of history, biology, and behavior.
Key Program Highlights
- Choose a focused study path in Cultural Anthropology, Biological Anthropology, or Archaeology.
- Gain hands-on experience through service learning, community internships, and archaeological field schools.
- Examine human evolution from fossils and explore modern applications in forensic science and primate studies.
- Learn scientific archaeological methods in the lab and understand its impact on cultural heritage and tourism.
- Conduct in-depth cultural studies on diverse global topics, from urban movements to conflict resolution.
