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Wake Forest Department of Anthropology

The Wake Forest University Department of Anthropology promotes understanding and appreciation of human cultural and biological diversity. Through academic courses, scholarly and applied research, and public service, the Department of Anthropology provides the Wake Forest community with the tools and knowledge necessary for global citizenship. Composed of scholars representing all sub-fields of anthropology, the Department of Anthropology serves as the premier academic and practical resource for multicultural awareness and education in the University and Winston-Salem communities, enhancing the University’s commitment to Pro Humanitate.

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Andrew Gurstelle, director of the Wake Forest Lam Museum of Anthropology, talks about artifacts from the Tong Dynasty in history professor Dan Du's Chinese History class. The artifacts were donated by a Wake Forest alumnus.
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The 4 subfields of Anthropology are depicted. This picture links to information about the Anthropology Major at WFU.
Anthropology Major

Wake Forest anthropology professor Sherri Clark chats with student, a former student.
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Anthropology in the National Press