Anthropology, BA

Department of Anthropology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences

65 Credits

Introduction/What is the Study of Anthropology?

Anthropology explores what it means to be human. Anthropology is the scientific study of humankind in all the cultures of the world, past and present. This study includes humankind’s physical development and creation of diverse lifestyles. The cross-cultural approach of Anthropology provides a framework for understanding all the diverse facets of what it means to be human.

The Anthropology Department provides training in four sub-disciplines: Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, Physical Anthropology and Anthropological Linguistics. Using ethnographic, ethnological and ethnohistorical tools and information supplied by the four sub disciplines, the Anthropologist studies cultures and the processes of human development comparatively.

Why Consider an Anthropology Major? 

Do you find human diversity and various cultures fascinating? Do you like to approach subjects from multiple perspectives? Do you prefer a holistic style of learning? Do you want to know why as well as how? Are you fascinated by human diversity? Are you enthusiastic, intelligent, and open-minded? If so, you may wish to consider a major in Anthropology. Students earning a degree in Anthropology will be able to apply their learning to a variety of jobs locally and internationally in the global economy of today’s world.

Contact Information

Department Chair Daniel Boxberger Arntzen Hall 320 360-650-4798 Daniel.Boxberger@wwu.edu

Major Information Anthropology Office Arntzen Hall 315 360-650-3620

Sample Careers

International Studies | Law Enforcement | Ethnologist | Diplomacy | Museum Curator | Overseas Consultant | Linguist | Education | Researcher | Translator | Archaeologist | International Business | Politics | Governmental Advisor | Cultural Diversity Programs | Human Resources | Social Services

Major/Career Resources

http://www.wwu.edu/careers/students_choosingamajor.shtml

How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):

To declare, a student must have completed the following requirements:

• ANTH 301 or ANTH 303 or ANTH 335

Contact the Department of Anthropology at (360) 650-3620 or visit their office in Arntzen Hall 315 to declare the major and connect with a departmental advisor.

Advising Tips: Students are advised to declare their major early in their academic career. Anthropology advisors will provide information about the program, help develop a plan of study and answer any questions.

Grade Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors.