About the Department

 

What We Do

Anthropology is the study of humankind in the broadest sense. Our faculty and PhD students specialize in three subfields: archaeology, sociocultural anthropology, and Integrative Anthropological Sciences (evolutionary, biological and cultural). We offer BA degrees with an emphasis in archaeology, biological anthropology, sociocultural anthropology and a general anthropology degree covering all emphasis subfields. For over half a century, the Department of Anthropology at UCSB has been an active and vibrant center of research, mentorship and teaching. We invite you to join us.

Why We Do It

Anthropology looks deeply into the human experience, into what make us uniquely human. The study take us into the past to explore how we lived and evolved into who we are today. It helps us understand not just our universal past and present, the sameness that unifies us, but helps all global citizens appreciate the immense diversity of human experiences on our planet today. By studying anthropology, we investigate the impacts our past and present have had on ourselves socially, physically, culturally, biologically and ecologically. These lessons are vital tools to understanding how we will shape the future.

Where We Work

Our faculty, graduate students and undergraduates engage in research all over the globe. Currently, our sites can be found in over 30 countries.

 

 

News

 

Anthropology Club at UCSB Officer Applications

Interested in becoming an ANTH Club Officer? Apply Now! 
 
We are looking for multiple positions to be an active part of our Anthropology Club. Find the role that suits you best!
Scan the QR code or click the ANTH CLUB Officer Application link here for more information and scheduling an interview. 
 
Want to become a member of our UCSB Anthropology Club? Follow us on Instagram @ucsb_anthropology for all the details on upcoming events!
 
 
 
 
 

AGSA Grad School Q & A 

Thinking about Grad School for Anthropology? You're in luck! 
 
The AGSA (Anthropology Graduate Student Association) is hosting a Grad School Q & A for those interested. 
 
Join us on Wednesday, May 7th 5:00PM - 6:00PM @ HSSB 1173 for our Grad Students panel and free pizza!
 
 
 
 
 

Anthropology Research Symposium

Have you done research in the field of Anthropology? Wrote a paper that you're really proud of? Then sign up for the Anthropology Research Symposium!
All students from first years to PHDs are invited to join and share their work!
This is a wonderful way to connect with the Student Research Community and practice presenting your work.
 
Scan the QR Code to register or Click the Symposium link here to apply by April 27th.
 
The Symposium will take place Friday, May 30th, from 3:00PM - 6:00PM @ HSSB ANTH Wing on the 2nd Floor.
 
Questions? Email Julia Salamango (juliasalamango@ucsb.edu) for more details.

 

 

 

2024 - 2025 Colloquium Series: 

The First Black Archaeologist: Exploring the Life and Legacy of John Wesley Gilbert (1863 - 1923)

w/Professor John W. I. Lee

 

Join us with History Professor John. W. I. Lee as we delve into the life and legacy of John Wesley Gilbert, the first black archaeologist! 
This colloquium will take place on this Friday, April 25, 2025, 12:00PM - 1:00PM @ HSSB 2001A. We hope to see you soon!