Anthropology gives you...

...understanding of world affairs and world problems.
...skills for constructing solutions to human social and environmental problems.
...skills for communicating multicultural knowledge to the public.
...deeper knowledge of humankind—at all times, in all places.
...deeper understanding of yourself.
...strong preparation for graduate study in the social sciences.
...an academic and practical background for those who wish to apply the anthropological perspective in a wide range of professional careers.

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The Department of Anthropology is located in Anne Belk Hall. The administrative office is located in Room 348 and all of the faculty offices, classrooms, and labs are located on the 3rd floor.

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