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View the World through a Wider Lens

As the study of what it means to be human, Anthropology is a cutting-edge discipline that stands out in breadth and scope.

Analyze the three “Bs” of Homo sapiens: Biology, Behavior, and Belief. Engage with humans across time and space. Learn about their unique evolution and diversity – from prehistory to the present – through the subdisciplines of archaeology, biology, culture, and linguistics.

  • Archaeological Anthropology focuses on the excavation and analysis of the archaeological record;
  • Biological Anthropology examines the biological evolution and diversity of our various human species;
  • Cultural Anthropology interfaces with living cultures and is the description and analysis of contemporary living cultures;
  • Linguistic Anthropology investigates how people communicate across the globe, and how language enables the creation of society and culture.

We invite you to pursue a degree in Anthropology, study what it means to be human, and view the world through a wider lens! 

Anthropology Degrees

B. S. 

Minor 

Minor Programs

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Interdisciplinary Programs

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Forensic Science and Investigation Pathway

The Forensic Science & Investigation Pathway offers an interdisciplinary program of study for students interested in applying science, social context, and rules of criminal procedure to the seizure and analysis of physical evidence.

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Religion Pathway

The Religion Pathway offers an interdisciplinary program of study for students interested in the study of religious beliefs, practices, and social phenomena.

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Exceptional Facilities

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Exceptional Facilities

The Anthropology Program makes use of two exceptional laboratories, the Antonio J. Waring Jr. Archaeological Laboratory and the Biological and Forensic Anthropology Laboratory (BAFAL). Thousands of prehistoric and historic archaeological collections are held in trust by the Waring lab, and provides students with hands-on experiential training in archaeological and curatorial methods.. BAFAL is an open lab space where students and faculty alike can conduct research and participate in experiential learning opportunities related to biological and forensic anthropology. 

Anthropology Scholarships at UWG

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Anthropology Scholarships

Through the generous support of the Antonio J. Waring Jr. Endowment, the UWG Anthropology Program offers a range of diverse scholarships to its students, including scholarships for academic merit, undergraduate research, and travel. These competitive scholarships are awarded on a semesterly basis and are based on academic achievement and potential for scholarly growth.

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Jawonna Coleman, Anthropology student

Successful Students, Supportive Faculty

“One of the highlights of my experience in Anthropology at UWG would be the in-depth mentoring that I have received ... making me realize the importance of Anthropology in our world as well as my personal life.”

-Jawonna Coleman, Waring Distinguished Scholar

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