Understand human adaptation and diversity in the environment.
Anthropology, by examining diverse cultures, societies and biological experiences, provides a unique and invaluable understanding of how humans adapt to the environment today and in the past.
"The Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work prepares students to collaboratively think, write and problem-solve. We analyze today's critical problems and develop knowledge and innovative solutions for the future."
News
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Ready to serve: Scholarships support Anthropology alumna hoping to make difference
Manna Mathews had plenty of reasons to choose Auburn, including an exceptional anthropology program, a campus she’d loved from the moment she first saw it and affordability made possible, in part, by the generosity of the Auburn Family.
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Sofia Foradori selected as student marshal for Auburn University's spring 2026 commencement
Foradori will graduate with degrees in history and anthropology.
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Gaetano presents international research on gender, family change
Arianne Gaetano, associate professor of anthropology, recently delivered an invited talk at the Centre for the Study of Social Inequality at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.
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NAGPRA Assistant Hallie Sampson brings international experience to Auburn’s collection
As a NAGPRA assistant, Hallie Sampson will contribute her expertise in healing through the homecoming of cultural artifacts.
Contact
Dr. Meghan Buchanan
Anthropology Undergraduate Program Director
7018 Haley Center
Phone 334-844-4647
meb0105@auburn.edu