Anthropology

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Anthropology at STU

As a student of Anthropology at St. Thomas, you can expect to get out in the real world, interacting with people in a variety of social contexts, excavating artifacts, and analyzing bones in our anthropology laboratory.

Our lab provides a learning space for you to examine fossils and artifacts, and many courses incorporate off-campus opportunities for observation, research, and analysis. 
 
Areas of Anthropology:

• Archaeology
• Ethnomusicology
• Forensic Anthropology
• Social-Cultural Anthropology
• Ethnography 

What sets STU's Anthropology Program Apart?

• Small, engaging classes that emphasize personal interaction and collaborative learning.
• The option to complete a minor in Forensic Anthropology.
• Lectures and seminars are always taught by professors—not teaching assistants—which means students learn from experts in the field.
• A dedicated Anthropology lab allows for hands-on learning and the analysis of fossils.
• For-credit and extracurricular experiential learning opportunities that connect with your academic and career ambitions.
• Faculty expertise in psychological anthropology, gender, archaeology, urban Aboriginal peoples, forensic anthropology, and medical anthropology. 

Where the Study of Anthropology Can Take You

By studying Anthropology, you will develop strong analytical skills, the capacity for critical thinking, the ability to write clearly and communicate effectively, and a heightened awareness of—and appreciation for—human diversity.  
 
This will prepare you for a meaningful career in fields like:

• Urban and Community Planning
• Museums and Historical Organizations
• Government
• Social Work
• Journalism
• Law
• International Non-Governmental Organizations
• Education