Studying Anthropology at Weber State

Weber State’s anthropology program studies human differences and similarities, culturally and biologically, around the world throughout time. Choose between general anthropology or archaeology tracks, or complete an anthropology minor.

Anthropology Highlights

Weber State anthropology students get hands-on training in well-equipped archaeology, biological anthropology, and paleoenvironmental labs.

Beyond the Classroom

As an anthropology major, you can participate in the Summer Archaeology Field School study abroad and regional field trips. Our classes and lab facilities provide students with hands-on, experiential learning and internship opportunities in archaeological and zooarchaeological field methods, forensic anthropology, paleoenvironmental research, ethnographic fieldwork, and qualitative research skills, which are widely applicable across the public and private sectors.

Lisa Robertson

“The anthropology program gave me the fundamentals I needed to pursue a career in archaeology. The program offers a beautiful setting where faculty are advocates for their students.”

What You’ll LEARN at Weber

Our holistic, four-field approach to anthropology includes:

  • Archaeology
  • Linguistics
  • Ethnology
  • Biological anthropology

What You CAN DO After Weber

The general anthropology track prepares you for public and private sector careers in anthropology-related fields.

The archaeology track provides you with the knowledge and experience to obtain part- and full-time, entry-level positions with private environmental consulting firms and public land-managing agencies. If you have questions, contact a WSU Career Advisor.

 

Faculty Perspective

Anthropology is more than the study of humanity, past and present. Students gain hands-on experience and develop practical, transferable skills to think beyond their own socialized worldview, supporting meaningful collaboration and post-graduation success across a wide range of careers and disciplines.

Kasey Cole