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Real-world course experience in Urban Studio prompts new senior research avenues

Spring semester often focuses on senior Independent Study projects at The College of Wooster. But thanks to the launch of an updated junior I.S. […]

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Career preparation workshop gives humanities majors the tools they need to build a successful future

Humanities majors at The College of Wooster develop more than a deep understanding of their particular discipline; they develop valuable skills that can lead […]

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Anthropology and French double major combines areas of interest through internship at study abroad provider

Following a year in Morocco with IES Abroad (Institute for the International Education of Students)’s “Study in Rabat” program, Kiki Giles ’24, an anthropology […]

Emily Voneman '25

English and anthropology major delves into local museum work during APEX Fellowship

Emily Voneman ’25, an English and anthropology major, worked with the Wayne County Historical Society in several capacities this summer, ranging from directing tours […]

Nigel Brush, John Garber Drushal Distinguished Visiting Professor of Archaeology and Anthropology at The College of Wooster

Archaeological excavation uncovers clues that climate change between 1300-1800 disrupted lives of some early Ohio inhabitants

A 30-year archaeological survey and excavation at sites in Ohio’s Walhonding Valley, about an hour south of Wooster, has discovered evidence that the abrupt […]

Stephanie Castrejon '16

Theatre & Dance and Anthropology alumna combines theatre with social activism

Stephanie Castrejón ’16 came to The College of Wooster as a self-described shy student who had difficulties speaking up in class and realizing where […]

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Christa Craven’s book selected as an essential resource on reproductive rights

Reproductive Losses: Challenges to LGBTQ Families, a book by Christa Craven, professor of women’s, gender, and sexuality studies and anthropology at The College of […]

“Does this spark joy?” Aesthetics, Gender, and Ideals in Marie Kondo’s ‘The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up’

Name: Kayla Stevens Major: Anthropology Minor: Environmental Studies Pathway: Museum & Archival Studies Advisor: Beth Derderian; David McConnell (second reader) The Life-Changing Magic of […]

Students, Emily Voneman '25 and Maura Ellenberger '25 review items in the collection from Pella.

Pella @ Wooster ushers ancient artifacts collection into 21st Century

A group of faculty and students at The College of Wooster is bringing new life and visibility to a collection of ancient artifacts that […]

Charles Hurst

Wooster mourns passing of Charles Hurst, professor emeritus of sociology

Charles E. Hurst, professor emeritus of sociology at The College of Wooster, passed away on March 23, 2023, in Wooster, Ohio at the age […]

Kayla Stevens '23

Anthropology major’s internship experience featured in illustrated article in Anthropology News

Kayla Stevens ’23, a senior anthropology major at The College of Wooster, recently shared her experience as a Louise Lamphere Intern in Washington, D.C. […]

Wooster professor speaks with History Channel about holiday traditions during World War II

As the holiday season approaches, an article published by the History Channel discussing holiday traditions during World War II highlighted the work of Pam […]

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APEX Fellowship | Maud Bulman

Major: Anthropology Class Year: 2023 Organization: Trinity United Church of Christ As an intern at Trinity United Church of Christ I will be analyzing […]

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APEX Fellowship | Brianna Lyman

Majors: Anthropology and Biology Pathway: Digital & Visual Storytelling Class Year: 2023 Organization: Trinity United Church of Christ Interning at Trinity Church of Christ […]

Kayla Stevens ’23, a senior at The College of Wooster

Anthropology major shares internship experience on podcast

Kayla Stevens ’23, a senior at The College of Wooster, recently shared her experience as a Louise Lamphere Intern at the American Anthropological Association […]

Brianna Lyman '23

Social justice internship at a local church helps biology and anthropology major positively impact communities

A biology and anthropology major at The College of Wooster, Brianna Lyman ’23 dedicated her summer to an internship at the Trinity United Church […]

Maud Bulman '23

Anthropology major finds new love for social work through internship

Maud Bulman ’23 , an anthropology major at The College of Wooster, started volunteering with Trinity United Church of Christ during the school year. […]

Olivia C. Navarro-Farr

Wooster’s Navarro-Farr and Proyecto Arqueológico Waka’ team discover Stela 51 and Burial 110: a royal tomb at El Perú-Waka’ site in Maya Biosphere Reserve in Guatemala

Olivia C. Navarro-Farr, associate professor of archaeology and anthropology at The College of Wooster and co-director of the Proyecto Arqueológico Waka’ (PAW) team from […]

Megan Tuennerman '22

Wrong-way Icelandic puffins lead student researcher to follow the right path

When you love animals as a child, people often say “You should be a veterinarian when you grow up.” Megan Tuennerman ’22 heard this […]

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PaleoliTHICC: Understanding the Woman of Willendorf using contemporary fat studies

Name: Shelby Jones Major: Anthropology Minor: History Advisor: Dr. Siavash Samei; Dr. Beth Derderian (second reader) My research focused on the Woman (“Venus”) of Willendorf figurine, one of […]