About
About Us
Anthropology is the comparative and global study of humanity in all its dimensions.
At USF, major subfields of anthropology —archaeological, biological, cultural, linguistic,
and medical—are integrated through a shared commitment to practical application, advancing
knowledge of the human past while addressing the challenges of contemporary and future
societies.
Today, USF is recognized as a leading program in Applied Anthropology, with a long-standing
reputation for innovation, impact, and excellence in training. Our program has helped
define the field and continues to set the standard for integrating anthropological
knowledge with real-world practice.
Our work is grounded in community-based, applied research that is holistic and interdisciplinary.
We study, design, and evaluate policies, programs, and outcomes with real-world impact.
With a strong emphasis on Applied Anthropology, we equip students with the analytical
and practical skills needed to understand human social phenomena at both local and
global scales. Alongside rigorous training for undergraduate majors and graduate students,
the department is committed to bringing anthropological insight to a broad audience
through general education courses.