Anthropology, AA

Program Description

Anthropology is the study of human societies and cultures across space and time. Anthropology strives to understand cultural and biological diversity in a holistic way, inspired by the humanities and the social and natural sciences. Core courses introduce students to the major subfields of Anthropology: archaeology, biological/ physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, and linguistics. This anthropological approach is enriched by an emphasis on interdisciplinary activities and perspectives, commitment to community, and extensive opportunities for fieldwork and student research projects.

Anthropology majors are required to have a field experience, accomplished through regular course offerings, an internship, or study abroad. Extensive opportunities for paid Cultural Resource Management internships and field archaeology positions are offered.

The Anthropology AA degree is appropriate for students intending to pursue higher degrees or careers in Anthropology or subfields including museums, history, education, business, social Sciences, or other similar fields.

General Education Requirements

Writing Level I (WR1) 3 credits
Writing Level II (WR2) 3 credits
American & Wyoming Government (POLS 1000) 3 credits
ARTS 3 credits
HUM 3 credits
LSCI 4 credits
MATH 3 credits
ORAL 3 credits
SOC (in program)
UNST 1 credits

Program Requirements

Course Requirements

Course NumberTitleCredits
ANTH 1100Introduction to Physical Anthropology

3 credits

ANTH 1200Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

3 credits

ANTH 1210Climate Change and the Human Experience

3 credits

ANTH 1300Intro to Archaeology

3 credits

ANTH 2020Material Culture Studies

3 credits

Program Electives

Students must choose thirteen (13) credits from the following departments:

ANTH, AIST, ART, BIOL, ECON, G&R, GEOG, GEOL, HIST, PSYC, SOC, STAT, or ZOO

General Electives (3 credits)

 

Total Credit Hours: 60