Welcome to the Division of Anthropology

WHAT IS ANTHROPOLOGY?

Anthropology is the study of what makes us human. Anthropology confronts and ponders major questions about past, present, and future human existence and experiences. Where did we come from? Where are we going? Anthropology differs from other social sciences in its emphasis on understanding human diversity and adaptability across time and space. In the United States,  academic discipline of anthropology includes four primary subdisciplines: archaeology, biological (also known as physical or evolutionary), cultural, and linguistic anthropology. This diversity of approaches to the study of humans provides anthropologists with a rich and holistic perspective of human diversity. 

ANTHROPOLOGY AT CAL STATE FULLERTON

The Division of Anthropology at Cal State Fullerton has a long tradition of excellent undergraduate and graduate education. We offer opportunities for student engagement through student clubs, research with faculty, and service-learning in the community. We are a broad department that emphasizes integrative approaches drawing from across the humanities and social and life sciences. We currently offer courses and expertise in all four subdisciplines of anthropology with an emphasis on archaeology, cultural, and evolutionary anthropology. Our faculty, students, and staff have received a wide range of honors and awards for their teaching, scholarly, and service excellence.