Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology is a comprehensive program that delves into the study of human variation across time and space. This field of study cultivates a holistic and critical approach to understanding our world, exploring people of the past and present in cultural, biological, and material contexts.

Program Details

The program allows undergraduate and graduate students to engage in hands-on learning experiences, such as building a Native American birch bark canoe, excavating a historic site, or collaborating with community organizations for social justice. The flexible program enables students to design their own focus through a range of courses in:

• Archaeology
• Bio-archaeology
• Socio-cultural anthropology
• Linguistic anthropology
• Biological anthropology

Interdisciplinary Tracks

The program also offers special interdisciplinary tracks in:

• Health and the Body
• Native American and Indigenous Studies
• Inequality, Race, and Social Justice

Support and Resources

Anthropology majors are supported with courses designed to help them prepare for life after college. The department, in conjunction with the SBS Career Center, provides resources to guide students toward their post-graduation goals. Additionally, the program offers various internships and research opportunities to enhance the learning experience.