Anthropology
Explore Interests Related to Anthropology
Explores human behavior, cultural diversity, and social dynamics to navigate complex interactions, tailor strategies, and foster inclusivity in global business settings.
Explores human cultures, behaviors, and social systems. Prepares students to address cultural factors influencing health, design community health interventions, and promote culturally sensitive care.
Examines human cultures, behaviors, and social systems. Prepares students to address cultural factors affecting health practices, promote culturally sensitive care, and understand community health needs through ethnographic research.
Provides a holistic understanding of human cultures and societies. Equips students to address cultural injustices, design equitable policies for diverse populations, and engage in community advocacy with a nuanced perspective.
Focuses on understanding diverse cultures, societies, and human behavior. Equips students with skills to analyze systemic inequalities and design culturally informed solutions for social justice initiatives.
Explores human cultures, past and present, with insights into how societies interact with their environments. Prepares students to work in cultural preservation, environmental advocacy, and sustainable community development.
Explores human cultures, behaviors, and societal structures. Prepares students to understand global cultural diversity, contribute to international research, and engage in cross-cultural communication to build understanding between communities.
Degree Options
- Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
- History
- Jewish Studies
- Art History
- Philosophy
About the Program
- You are interested in human cultural and biological variation and you want to understand human behavior and biology.
- You find human diversity fascinating and want to explore and understand the human condition.
- You want to study important questions such as “what makes us human?” and “what is the origin and importance of human diversity?”
- You want to pursue a career in anthropological research, museum curation, education, health professions, law, non-governmental organizations, or international relations.
- Written and Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Observation and Analysis
- Analytical Reasoning and Detail Oriented
- Adaptability and Curiosity
Coursework
- Anthropology of Alcohol
- Ancient Brews
- Forensic Archaeology
- Museum Studies
- Anthropology, Ancestry, and You
Out-of-Classroom Experiences
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Career Paths
- Law school
- Graduate school to study archaeology, anthropology, digital sciences, forensics, museum studies, and ancient languages
- Applied Anthropologist
- National or State Park Interpreter
- Archeological Technician
- Curatorial Assistant
- Forensic Anthropologist
- Museum Administrator
- Research Analyst
- Professor
- SWCA Environmental Consultants
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- USDA Forest Service
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Have questions about this program?
Future students, contact the Liberal Arts Recruitment Team.
Current students, contact your academic adviser.
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