Anthropology is the study of humanity. It's an interdisciplinary field with ties to the arts and sciences, providing a unique perspective on yourself and the world around you. The Anthropology major includes a strong emphasis on field based learning, providing opportunities for discovery. The anthropology major, offers five areas of concentration, including cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, Latin American studies and forensics. The major also offers students the opportunity to participate in international travel to Mexico and to conduct field work at partner sites such as the Duke Primate Center.

Skills Developed in this major are:

• Critical Thinking
• Research
• Effective Writing
• Excellent Problem-Solving Skills

Recent Internship Sites:

Duke Lemur Center

Office of State Archeology

North Carolina State Archives

Natural Science Museum Conservation Genetics Lab

Historic Stagville

Recent Places of Employment of Peace Anthropology Majors:

National Museum of Natural History, Washington, DC

NC School of Science and Mathematics

Recent Graduate School Acceptances of Peace Anthropology Majors:

North Carolina State University, Masters in Anthropology  

Other Jobs held by Anthropology majors:

State Bureau of Investigation, Investigator

Study Abroad Coordinator

Multi-cultural Services Coordinators

Teachers

Archeologist

Ethnologist  

Anthropology Major Website