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Anthropology

Your guide to resources related to anthropology

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Suggested Keywords

  • Cultural anthropology
  • Biological anthropology
  • Linguistic anthropology
  • Physical anthropology
  • Political anthropology
  • Ethno archaeology
  • Ethnology
  • Anthropometry
  • Culture / cultural studies / cultural history

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What is Anthropology?

Anthropology is the scientific study of human beings, especially in relation to physical characteristics, social relations and culture, and the origin and distribution of races.

-- from The Penguin English Dictionary (2007).

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The Department of Behavioral Sciences

Anthropology is part of the Behavioral Sciences Department, which is located in Hudson 403.

Department Phone: 845-431-8340

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