Anthropology

Anthropology majors study humankind, from its beginnings millions of years ago to the present day. It is one of the most versatile disciplines in the College, is the principal academic and practical resource for multi-cultural awareness in the University and surrounding communities. That’s a refined way of saying we dig difference. Literally.

• Anthropology majors have also declared minors in nearly every minor offered at Wake Forest in the past decade, ranging from Entrepreneurship and Global Trade and Commerce to Linguistics.
• One of Wake Forest’s greatest campus treasures is the Timothy S.Y. Lam Museum of Anthropology, the only museum in North Carolina dedicated to the study of global cultures.

The Anthropology degree is offered as a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and a minor.

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Our model and curriculum educate the whole person and often help students discover interests they had never previously discovered. Students generally take 100-200 level courses during their first year of college, while registering for higher level courses as upperclassmen.

Sample courses that you will take in Anthropology include:

* Courses listed above are offered during the current academic year. Course availability and offerings can change at any time. Refer to the Academic Bulletin to view all major requirements.

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The broad focus within the Anthropology major is especially valuable to students seeking to develop expertise in planning, decision-making, and management. Anthropology’s scope and intellectual perspective prepares students to make objective, far-sighted decisions at the professional level in any career field, either at home or abroad.

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Joining a club or organization is a great way to get involved and do more with your major. Our Anthropology students participate in the following programs:

• Lam Museum of Anthropology
• Reynolda House
• Intercultural Center

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Careers that often interest Anthropology majors, and fields our graduates work in, include:

• Archeologist
• College professor
• Crime scene investigation
• Environmental anthropologist
• Medical anthropologist
• Museum curator
• Positions in defense and national security
• Public administration

Careers enjoyed by recent Anthropology graduates include brand director of Benchwarmers Bagels; data analysts for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; museum curators; and U.S. Army Special Forces officers.