Anthropology

Anthropology is the scientific study of humankind.

The anthropological exploration of what it means to be human ranges from the study of culture and society to human biology and evolution, languages and artistic expression, and the ways that humans interact with their environments.

The discipline has traditionally approached its topic from within four distinct, but interrelated sub-disciplines: cultural anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, and linguistic anthropology, but these are now expanding to include applied anthropology, visual anthropology, and other exciting multi and interdisciplinary programs.
 

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Program Learning Outcomes
 

Events & Announcements

• Anthropology alum and current Interdisciplinary Studies Master Program graduate student Heather Collins wins Stanislaus State's Grad Slam Competition!
• Dr. Steve Arounsack discusses his role on Raya and the Last Dragon and his advice to future filmmakers on MentorTalks
• Anthropology Day 2024 at Stanislaus State
• Stan State alumna credits cultural anthropology BA with helping her in her career
• Dr. Ryan I. Logan publishes book on his research with community health workers!
• Faculty Stars of Service highlights the work of Dr. Wallace and his students with the We Care Program in Stanislaus County!
• Stanislaus State Anthropologist Earns Fulbright Award 
• Stanislaus State Receives $250K Grant to Fund Creation of the Keck Visual Anthropology Lab