Anthropology Major
Fascinated by societal differences and why humans behave the way we do?
As the scientific study of humanity, anthropology explores just that. Anthropologists take into account all aspects of the human experience, comparing patterns, exploring differences and interpreting culture through an anthropological perspective.
UNI’s program thoroughly examines all four branches of anthropology: cultural, linguistic, archaeological and physical, for a well-rounded education and preparation for a multitude of careers.
International Opportunities
Study Abroad in many countries around the world, including Australia, Ireland UK, Germany, France, Iceland and China
Dedicated Research
Conduct anthropological research with professor experts in medical, linguistic and forensic anthropology.
Hands-on ...Literally.
Contribute to campus history with Dig UNI -- sometimes you have to dig to uncover the remnants of the past.
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Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology
Bartlett 1126
Cedar Falls, IA 50614
Phone: 319-273-2786
Email: sac@uni.edu
Find your path.
Majoring in anthropology allows you to explore the depths of human history while learning to critically think, analyze, examine and execute a variety of information. And the courses are fun, too. Here are a few of the courses you'll get to take as an anthropology major:
- Religion, Magic and Witchcraft
- Language and Culture
- Physical Anthropology: History and Theory
- Psychological Anthropology
- Human Biological Variation
- Culture, Disease, and Healing
Grow your future.
Career options for anthropology majors can include direct use of their training, such as in the academic arena, but also more indirect arenas like museums, government, in the private sector, business and social services:
- Field archeologist
- Nonprofit Management
- Law
- Librarian/Museum
- Corporate Research
- Corrections/Law Enforcement
- Educator
Go beyond.
Internships, research, clubs, study abroad opportunities and an on-campus historical excavation. Anthropology offers plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience to further broaden your education.
Find your path.
Majoring in anthropology allows you to explore the depths of human history while learning to critically think, analyze, examine and execute a variety of information. And the courses are fun, too. Here are a few of the courses you'll get to take as an anthropology major:
- Religion, Magic and Witchcraft
- Language and Culture
- Physical Anthropology: History and Theory
- Psychological Anthropology
- Human Biological Variation
- Culture, Disease, and Healing
Grow your future.
Career options for anthropology majors can include direct use of their training, such as in the academic arena, but also more indirect arenas like museums, government, in the private sector, business and social services:
- Field archeologist
- Nonprofit Management
- Law
- Librarian/Museum
- Corporate Research
- Corrections/Law Enforcement
- Educator
Go beyond.
Internships, research, clubs, study abroad opportunities and an on-campus historical excavation. Anthropology offers plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience to further broaden your education.
Panther POV
"Having a background in anthropology has given me patience and perspective. Patience to know and respect people’s stories when dealing with unruly customers, underperforming staff members, plans changing at a moment's notice (maybe a pandemic?), or anything that might get thrown my way. And perspective to be able to interact amicably with people from all types of backgrounds, ethnicities, races, religious views, sexual orientations, or what have you.”
–Kegan Bakken, '12, General Manager at SingleSpeed Brewing Co., Waterloo, IA
Panther POV
"Don’t assume that a major in anthropology will be a detriment to your future job hunt. I’ve found that it’s not just a great conversation starter in interviews but that when you’re the only person in a stack of resumes who didn’t major in business, psychology or computer-science, you’re treated as a unique individual, which is a great place to be."
–Michael Kopack, Class of 2011, Product Designer, Facebook