Department of Anthropology

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Purpose and Focus

The degree in anthropology is a balance of practical, applied research and a broad-based academic curriculum, providing not only insights into the nature of humankind but also the background necessary to find career opportunities wherever understanding of human beings and sensitivity to ethnic differences are needed.

Accreditation

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Undergraduate Major

Anthropology

Academic Policies

It is expected that students majoring in Anthropology or Afro-American Studies will maintain continuous enrollment by registering in each term after matriculation (summer excluded) for at least three credits of work related to meeting College of Liberal Arts and/or Department of Anthropology requirements.

Advisement

All undergraduate academic advising is done through the Wilson Advising Center. Career advising is done by faculty in the Department of Anthropology.

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