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About Anthropology
Anthropology supports the multicultural, international, experiential and interdisciplinary educational philosophy of Ramapo College. As such, Anthropology courses constitute a major component of the General Education program, besides serving the Anthropology minor. Most Anthropology courses count towards the International Studies major as well.
Anthropology courses at Ramapo are concentrated in cultural anthropology, the sub-discipline of anthropology that emphasizes the role of culture in human life, and analyzes social and cultural differences and similarities throughout the world. By studying this field, students will become familiar with the diversity of cultural practices in the world, and the effects of global economic and political forces on the lives of people throughout the world.
Classes you can take:
- ANTH 102 - INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY
- ANTH 220 - FOOD AND CULTURE
- ANTH 223 - WORLD CULTURES
- ANTH 225 - INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION
- ANTH 238 - URBAN ANTHROPOLOGY
- ANTH 307 - MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
- ANTH 320 - NATIONALISM AND ETHNICITY
- INTL 204 - PEOPLES AND CULTURES OF ASIA
- INTL 283 - CONTEMPORARY LATIN AMERICA
- MUSI 203 - MUSIC IN LATIN AMERICA
- MUSI 245 - MUSIC IN AFRICA
Career Opportunities
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $44,670 - $154,440 |
| Anthropologists and Archeologists | $36,820 - $96,600 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $39,160 - $118,800 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $49,750 - $196,020 |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | Varies - Varies |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $40,260 - $137,490 |
| Archivists | $33,760 - $92,680 |
| Curators | $32,910 - $99,030 |
| Museum Technicians and Conservators | $31,320 - $84,130 |
* Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2020). For more information about careers and assistance in making your career plans, please contact Career Services (cahill@ramapo.edu) or visit www.ramapo.edu/careercenter/.
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Hands-On Learning
Important components of anthropology are presented in an integrated manner. In many Anthropology courses, students are required to do field work assignments and to write papers based on this first-hand research.
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