News: Department of Anthropology

2022 U.N.L.V. Spring Commencement Ceremony for the Graduate College.  May 13, 2022 (Josh Hawkins/51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ)
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

Professor Alyssa Crittenden
People |

Crittenden, a professor and graduate coordinator for 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's department of anthropology, will begin her new position on July 1.

artist rendering of scientists working on data related to gut flora
Research |

In May 16 issue of Nature Microbiology, researchers and Indigenous activists call for more ethical approach to collecting biological data. 

"bathtub ring" around Lake Mead
Research |

How 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ anthropologist Jennifer Byrnes is helping improve training for forensic scientists.

U.N.L.V. Football players entering Allegiant Stadium
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

A man stocking shelfs at the food pantry
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A collection of news stories featuring research and accomplishment at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

A map of Arizona with tags hanging off it
Arts and Culture |

This dynamic global exhibition project is carried out locally by students from 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Department of Anthropology.

U.N.L.V. nursing student in red shirt reviewing slide sample with peer
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A collection of news stories highlighting research, health, and community at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

Graduates seated in red caps and gown during a previous 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ commencement
People |

An enduring commencement tradition continues this spring as 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ president honors seven outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

Claytee White sits in a chair and gestures toward a woman sitting to her right
Arts and Culture |

A sampling of university experts who sounded off on the year’s monumental movements surrounding race, ethnicity, and gender.

A red 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ mortarboard decorated with the words "stay the course"
Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ President Keith E. Whitfield to honor four Winter 2020 graduates for their academic, research, and community impact.

Doctor collects blood sample from a baby
Research |

Social science researchers offer recommendations for navigating ethical dilemmas in studying global societies.