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Department of Anthropology

What is Anthropology?

Anthropologists seek to answer the fundamental questions about human experience through space and time. We seek to understand the dynamic relationships between humans and the world in which we live, our development, our social relationships, our connection to the environment, and the ways we plan for the future.

Career Ideas for an Anthropology Major

An anthropology degree opens doors to a wide range of careers. You’ll develop strong analytical, research, and communication skills, making you a valuable asset in various fields. Anthropologists work in education, healthcare, museums, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and business. You might find yourself conducting research, teaching, preserving cultural heritage and natural resource management, working in public health, or analyzing consumer behavior.

Learn more about Careers in Anthropology, where people work, and job market trends. Or take a look at What Can You Do with an Anthropology Major? provided by Career Services.

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Internships are one of the ways that students bridge from school to career. Hands-on experience gives students the opportunity to put their academic knowledge into practice, to gain experience in the workplace and to establish professional relationships that will serve them as they contribute to their chosen field.

Student Resources

Your academic advisor is available to help you make the most of your degree program. They can assist you with discussing strategies for academic, personal, and professional success as well as your career goals and plans. As well as discover campus resources and engagement opportunities.

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Department News

New Publication Looking at Maternal Investment in Marriages
UX Research Graduates from CI+D to COAS
City of Boise re-writes zoning with more diverse representation – Tara Bingham
This gold mining exhibit helps to ‘unerase’ Idaho’s Chinese History – Pei-Lin Yu & Alum Rebecca Ma
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