Department of Anthropology and Archaeology
Undergraduate programs
Anthropology explores the connections between cultures, societies and species to understand global challenges. A degree in Anthropology prepares you to think holistically about what it means to be human. You will study humanity's ancestors, the worldview of cultures different than your own, and more.
Graduate programs
The Department of Anthropology and Archaeology embraces an integrative approach, with a focus on the fields of archaeology, biological anthropology, and social and cultural anthropology.
News and announcements
Women-led collaboration between scholars in Alberta and West Africa empowers social change
Social workers and scientists explore transformative questions, supported by Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships
John Ware's homestead unearthed near Millarville in dig led by UCalgary archeologists
Project opens new window on daily life of Alberta ranching legend
Institutes for Transdisciplinary Scholarship appoints 16 academic co-leads
New appointments will support expanding transdisciplinary scholarship at UCalgary
New Frontiers in Research Fund Award - Dr. Vivek Venkataraman
Prestigious grant awarded to Dr. Venkataraman for his research
UCalgary grad student inspired to share the primatology adventure with youth
Megan Mah’s exhibit at Telus Spark Science Centre continues until June 27
Transdisciplinary exhibit highlights water expertise across fields
BRACKISH brings together students, faculty and UCalgary community members March 6-14
In the media
In the News Lindsay Amundsen-Meyer, Anthropology and Archaeology, in Calgary Herald
'Walking with ghosts': Cowboy John Ware's homestead unearthed near Millarville
In the News Lindsay Amundsen-Meyer, Anthropology and Archaeology, in City News
UCalgary research team digging family site of one of Alberta’s first Black residents
In the News Lindsay Amundsen-Meyer, Anthropology and Archaeology, in Global News
Unearthing history at homestead of cowboy John Ware
In the News Lindsay Amundsen-Meyer, Anthropology and Archaeology, in CTV News
Archeology dig explores legendary rancher’s original Alberta homestead
In the News Kuenzang Dorji, Anthropology and Archaeology, in Mongabay.com News
‘A harmonious human-primate society’: Interview with Whitley winner Kuenzang Dorji
In the News Vivek Venkataraman, Anthropology and Archaeology, in Aeon
The Ju/’hoansi protocol
University of Calgary Teaching Awards
Do you remember the most impactful teaching memory you have? Students, faculty, staff and postdoctoral scholars in the Faculty of Arts are all encouraged to nominate outstanding individuals and groups.
Nomination close on Sept. 25
