Anthropology
Anthropology Fundamentals
Anthropology is the holistic study of human diversity and the application of that knowledge to help people of different backgrounds better understand one another. Anthropology studies all that encompasses being human — how we evolved, how we adapt and how we live. The Anthropology major is multidisciplinary and prepares majors for a wide range of employment options or graduate-level studies. The Anthropology B.A. degree provides students with an exceptional background and tools for use in the modern globalized world.
Students may concentrate in:
- cultural anthropology
- biological anthropology
- archaeology
Our Faculty
- are research active and promote student involvement in undergraduate research
- employ hands-on and experiential learning in the classroom and laboratory
- engage with the wider Akron community
Akron Advantage
Hands-on Research
Experience anthropology firsthand through:
- Laboratory-based classes in cultural anthropology, biological anthropology and archaeology
- Undergraduate research opportunities including, as examples:
- Participation in faculty-led research in Akron, the United States and abroad.
- Independent student research at local and regional field sites, such as cultural anthropological studies with immigrant and refugee populations in Akron, biological anthropological primate studies at the Cleveland Zoo, and archaeological fieldwork projects with the Akron MetroParks.
Real-World Experience
Gain practical professional experience through UA's optional cooperative education program. Through co-op, you’ll alternate semesters of work and school while earning a competitive salary.
Anthropology Student Organization
Interact with other anthropology students and professionals in the field through organizations such as:
- Anthropology Club
Sample Curriculum
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