By comparing & contrasting past and present cultures around the world, an anthropologist is a fascinating career with lifelong opportunities for advancing scientific knowledge.

A dynamic major, the program addresses many topics relevant to greater society, including:

• Anthrozoology
• Cultural diversity
• Ecofeminism
• Resource sustainability
• Forensic and environmental anthropology
• Human biological and cultural adaptation
• Archaeology
• Law enforcement and justice administration
• Applied anthropology
• Primate ecology
• Gender issues

Possible Careers

• Cultural Anthropologist
• Sustainability Coordinator
• Forensic Anthropologist
• Forensic Criminologist

Why Choose Anthropology at Western Illinois University?

The faculty deliver a four-field approach to anthropology designed to serve highly sought after specialized skills for our graduates.

With courses in archaeology, cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, and linguistics, the overarching goal of anthropology is to provide a holistic account of humans and human nature.