About CSU Anthropology & Geography
We specifically consider how the human condition evolved by examining the impact of social, political, economic, and environmental systems on what it means to be human
In our programs, students gain an understanding of people and their cultures, both past and present. Our programs integrate teaching with research by promoting real-world experience in the field and lab as well as through public engagement and education. Students in our department have the opportunity to learn valuable skills in both anthropological and geographic methods that they can leverage for careers in diverse industries.
Anthropology Programs
Our anthropology program focuses on archaeology, biological anthropology, and cultural anthropology. We offer an undergraduate anthropology major, three optional concentrations, and a minor. Post-graduate degrees are offered at the MA and PhD levels.
Geography Programs
Our geography program focuses on human geography, physical geography, and geographical tools and methods such as geographic information systems (GIS), cartography, and remote sensing. We offer an undergraduate geography major, a general geography minor, and a minor further specializing in GIS and Spatial Thinking.
Hands-On Teaching
We are committed to hands-on teaching and training. The department offers three field schools that provide experiential instruction in our anthropological focus areas: archaeology, cultural anthropology, and biological anthropology. Each field school uses geographical tools including GIS, global positioning systems (GPS), and mapping.
Anthropology and Geography professors maintain 15 Labs and Centers
Students interested in research are encouraged to contact the lab directors to discuss the possibility of volunteering, participating in a practicum, or completing an independent study.
