HUMANITY. UCM. UCM Anthropology Student Handbook. Evolution. Archaeology. Ethnography. Human Prehistory. Forensics Culture.

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1 UCM Archaeology Ethnography EXPLORE HUMANITY Evolution Human Prehistory Forensics Culture Museums UCM Anthropology Student Handbook

2 UCM Welcome to UCM s Anthropology Program Quick Guide to UCM What Is Anthropology? Anthropology is the Study of Humanity: In Anthropology you learn the story of humanity, from the evolution of Homo sapiens to our cultural and biological diversity. Anthropology will teach you how to be a citizen of the world. Students in Anthropology have the opportunity to travel to England each summer. Minor in Anthropology Our Minor Prepares You For The Future: The only required courses for the minor are two of our General Education courses. Then you only need five additional classes in Anthropology. Our courses have no pre-requisites. Our minor is a perfect for students planning a career working with diverse groups. Major in Anthropology Individualized Major: Get the courses and experience necessary to focus on archaeology, ethnography, physical anthropology, forensics, and museum studies. Create your own program of study. Anthropology students get classroom instruction and field experience. General Education Courses Three General Education courses: There are three Anthropology courses in General Education: Cultural Anthropology (ANTH 1820), Human Prehistory (ANTH 1810) and Anthropology of Food (ANTH 2820). They are offered every semester, and are recommended for students in International Studies, History, Education and Languages. Interested in living cultures? Take ANTH 1820 or Interested in human evolution and biological development? Take ANTH The relationships you can build with your professors (and ultimately your mentors) are stronger than what you would get in a bigger program. It's those relationships that really make anthropology at UCM a unique experience. A 2013 graduate Faculty Advising: All three Anthropology faculty members are active anthropologists engaged in research and field work. The faculty believe in holistic advising and work closely with students. Anthropology students can depend on mentoring even after their graduation. Anthropology Students Work Together: The Anthropology Club, free to students, offers field trips, conferences, film festivals and other opportunities. It is recognized by the American Anthropological Association, and gives students a large network of peers and professionals. You will work with faculty on research as undergraduates at UCM. Students also work in the McClure Archives and University Museum. UCM students have presented at the Central States Anthropological Society meeting yearly since More Information Get Your Student Handbook Today! Go online for more information the Anthropology programs, and to download the UCM Handbook Check out UCM on Facebook! Search Anthro@UCM

3 Anthropology is the holistic study of humanity in all places and all times. Anthropology s basic goal is to explore and describe the nature of humans as evolving, cultural beings. In the global system of today, Anthropology helps you become more than an intellectual tourist who is isolated from others, but instead someone eager and able to contribute to the rich diversity of the rapidly changing world. Anthropology can contribute to your career in many ways. Anthropologists are engaged in teaching at every level, working as professionals in museums, governmental agencies and private industries. Anthropologists can also specialize in archaeology and cultural resource management, in ethnography and the study of different aspects of cultures, or in forensics and osteology. Past graduates of the Anthropology program at UCM have gone on to graduate school in Anthropology, Urban Studies and Cultural Studies, to jobs in contract archaeology and refugee relocation services, working with youth groups and social organizations, and even conducting interviews for international insurance agencies. UCM s Anthropology students benefit from a network of alumni, frequent advising from Anthropology faculty, and assistance from the Office of Career Services. For further examples of the careers possible for those with a degree in Anthropology, consult the student section of the American Anthropological Association ( Anthropology students seen here were on a field trip to a regional historical archaeology site. Students in Anthropology at UCM complete fieldwork experiences and field trips with faculty as part of their coursework. For example, Linguistics and physical anthropology students complete observations at the Kansas City Zoo. Anthropology Club Students interested in Anthropology can also participate in the UCM Anthropology Club, an informal and free organization. Members are involved in a variety of activities throughout the year: meetings with guest speakers, student presentations, films, group field trips to regional museums and archaeological sites, attendance at cultural events, opportunities to attend professional conferences, and special sessions for job opportunities, resume writing, graduate school applications and field school planning. If you would like to join, please Dr. Amber Clifford-Napoleone (Clifford@ucmo.edu). We maintain a Facebook page as well, just search for Anthro@UCM.

4 Anthropology Individualized Major and Minor Program Information

5 Individualized Anthropology Major for a Bachelor s Degree The University of Central Missouri empowers students to design an individualized major in Anthropology. This individualized program allows students to receive a five-field degree in Anthropology, and to focus on one of four areas: archaeology and cultural resource management, cultural anthropology and ethnography, physical anthropology and forensics, applied anthropology or museum professionalism. Individualized programs allow students to work with faculty members to create an academic program that is personalized to meet their educational and career goals. Students may request an individualized major not listed in the Undergraduate Catalog, but consisting of courses offered therein. An individualized major may include course work across various disciplines, but must satisfy all of the following: 1. All General Education Program requirements must be met. 2. All university minimum requirements for a baccalaureate degree must be met. 3. An individualized major must contain a minimum of 40 credit hours. 4. Courses used for the individualized major may not be the same used for General Education. The student, with the help of their faculty advisor, constructs a program of study proposal, which lists the courses that s/he will use for their anthropology major and when the courses will be taken. The proposal must include a statement indicating that the student accepts full responsibility for the proposal and accepts that the individualized program may not be accepted or recognized by institutions other than UCM. The student signs the proposal that includes signature blocks for the Anthropology advisor, Chair of the Department, Dean of the College, the Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment, and the Registrar. Upon final approval of the individualized major, the student is notified and a copy of the proposal is filed with the Registrar. Individualized Major Requirements ANTH 1810: Human Prehistory (3.0 hours) ANTH 1820: Cultural Anthropology (3.0 hours) ANTH 3810: Applied Anthropology (3.0 hours) ANTH 3830: Anthropological Linguistics (3.0 hours) One course in Archaeology (3.0 hours) All required with a grade of C or better 28 hours of upper-level (3000 or 4000) courses in Anthropology or related fields, so long as the courses contribute to the focus of their major. For example, students focusing in archaeology are encouraged to complete upper-level coursework in geology or GIS, while students focusing in museum work often take art history, interior design or history courses to supplement their program of study. Anthropology major Laci Darling, a student focused in physical anthropology and forensics, studied human remains in the lab. Although UCM no longer requires a minor, the Anthropology faculty recommends all students declare a minor to augment their degree program and gain additional areas of knowledge. Anthropology students can declare a minor in any discipline that fits their interests and degree focus.

6 University of Central Missouri INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIES MAJOR PROPOSAL Date:, 2014 Drawn up by: Student Name: Student Number: 700 Catalog Year: (Ex: Fall 2014) Degree: (Ex: B.S. or B.A.) Major: (Individualized Studies) Minor: (none required, but is allowed) Graduation Semester: (Ex: Spring 2015) In addition to meeting all university graduation requirements (general education, hours, residency, grade point averages, etc.), the Individualized Major Curriculum must include the following: A minimum of 120 hours for the degree, including 30 hours at UCM A minimum of 30 upper-level (3000/4000) hours, including 20 hours at UCM A minimum of 40 major credit hours overall, 15 of them completed at UCM A minimum of 12 hours of upper level in major, 9 of them completed at UCM A minimum grade point average of 2.00 in all work at UCM, cumulative GPA, major GPA, and minor GPA (if applicable). Each individualized major must identify a major course which will satisfy Competency 10 of the General Education for any students following the 2014 or later catalogs. Major Curriculum: Total Hours:?? hours Semester Course Prefix/Number Title Grade Hours (Denote Competency 10 course with a * for any student following the 2014 or later catalogs.) Additional Remaining Requirements for Graduation: Must successfully pass GEA exam. Learn more at Apply for graduation one semester before your intended graduation date. If this contract is approved during your last semester, apply for graduation after receipt of the final signed contract from the Provost s Office. You may apply online at I understand the following: I may not use a course for both General Education and my proposed Individualized Studies Program. My diploma and transcript will show that I have earned a major in Individualized Studies. I accept full responsibility for this Individualized Studies proposal and understand that it does not guarantee acceptance outside of UCM. 1) 4) Student Signature Date Department Chair Signature Date Student Print Name (Department Chair) Student Street Address 5) Student City/State/Zip Office of the Registrar and Student Records Date 2) 6) Department Faculty Signature Date Michael J. Grelle Date Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness & Assessment Print Name (Faculty)

7 Anthropology Minor for a Bachelor s Degree The University of Central Missouri allows candidates for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees to develop a secondary field of specialized study as a minor. Some programs also require minors as part of the degree program. A minimum of nine hours of a minor program must be completed through UCM. At least one upper-level course must be included in the minor program and completed at UCM. Students must achieve a grade point average of at least 2.0 in the minor. The Anthropology Minor is for students majoring in other fields who have an interest in better understanding human diversity, both past and present. For example, an anthropology minor might benefit majors in biology by providing a more in-depth understanding of the human organism. Students majoring in business, social work, sociology, psychology and political science can gain a better level of expertise in working with diverse populations and individuals. Students in music, art, communication and English can improve their understanding of human languages and art forms. Criminal justice, social work and crisis and disaster management students can gain valuable knowledge about forensics and the application of anthropology to modern world problems. UCM does not confer teaching certification for this minor. Minor Requirements (20 hours minimum) ANTH 1810: Human Prehistory (3.0 hours) ANTH 1820: Cultural Anthropology (3.0 hours) At least 14 hours of electives taken from Anthropology Students may also take one elective Sociology course (3.0 hours) for credit towards the minor, so long as the elective course does not count towards General Education or the Sociology major program. General Education There are three Anthropology courses in UCM s General Education program: ANTH 1810: Human Prehistory (3.0 hours) ANTH 1820: Cultural Anthropology (3.0 hours) ANTH 2820: Anthropology of Food (3.0 hours) General Education Requirements: ANTH 1810 fulfills 3 hours credit for Knowledge Area II (Science and Mathematics), ANTH 2820 fulfills 3 hours credit for the Social/ Behavioral Sciences section of Knowledge Area III (History and Social Sciences), ANTH 1820 fulfills 3 hours credit for the Engagement section of General Education requirements. These courses are taught every semester, and ANTH 1820: Cultural Anthropology is taught online each summer. Students wishing to transfer credits in Anthropology to UCM for General Education purposes should request their transcripts from the institution awarding credit and meet with the their college academic advisor. Anthropology major Corey Austen in his pith helmet, a gift awarded to each Anthropology major upon graduation from UCM.

8 Anthropology Courses Offered at UCM ANTH 1810: Human Prehistory (Gen Ed course) Surveys the empirical evidence of fossils and artifacts for human biological and cultural origins. ANTH 1820: Cultural Anthropology (Gen Ed course) Surveys the origin, development, and varieties of contemporary world cultures. ANTH 2820: Anthropology of Food (Gen Ed course) Delves into how and why we eat what we eat. ANTH 2845: Physical Anthropology The biology of humans from fossil primates to modern humans, including genetics and racial variation. ANTH 3810: Applied Anthropology The application of anthropology, its ethics, its subfields and its disciplines to real-world problems. ANTH 3820: World Archaeology An examination of extinct societies and the field and lab methods used to learn about them. ANTH 3830: Anthropological Linguistics The study of human languages, including their origins and the methods used to study language. ANTH 3850: Peoples of the World Study and discussion of humans and their material culture; practicum time in University Museum. ANTH 4815: Special Topics in Anthropology Study, interpretation, and discussion of special topics and problems in anthropology. *4815 Study Tour of London every summer! ANTH 4820: Anthropology of Gender Explores factors influencing the cultural construction of gender; sexuality and globalization. ANTH 4830: Archaeological Field Research Field experience in archaeological methods, as well as why we investigate sites. ANTH 4840: Historical Archaeology The study of historical period artifacts, architecture, to address issues such as ethnicity, class, and gender. ANTH 4850: North American Indian Examining both Native American prehistory, and recent issues of identity and sovereignty. ANTH 4860: Museum Studies Introduction to museum work, disciplines, ethical questions, and role of museum interpretation. ANTH 4870: Comparative Cultures Intensive cross-cultural studies and a primer on ethnographic research methods.

9 Faculty in Anthropology at UCM Dr. Jeffrey Yelton (PhD UMissouri 1991) is an archaeologist with specialization in cultural resource management and North American ethnohistory. His research interests are historical archaeology in the Midwest, cult archaeology, and international education. He teaches Cultural Anthropology, Anthropology of Food, World Archaeology, Historical Archaeology, North American Indian, Archaeological Field School and the annual summer Study Tour of London. Dr. Yelton is also the primary advisor for Anthropology majors. Dr. Amber R. Clifford-Napoleone (PhD UKansas 2007) is a cultural anthropologist with specializations in gender and sexuality, and critical ethnography. Her research interests are sexuality in popular music scenes, heavy metal studies, and the material culture study of Saudi Arabian Bedouin. Dr. Clifford- Napoleone also serves as the Curator for UCM s McClure Archives and University Museum. She teaches Cultural Anthropology, Anthropological Linguistics, Peoples of the World, Anthropology of Gender, Museum Studies, and Comparative Cultures. Dr. Clifford-Napoleone is the co-advisor for Anthropology students and oversees internships in Anthropology. Clifford@ucmo.edu. Dr. Hannah I. Marsh (PhD UIowa 2013) is a physical anthropologist with specializations in paleoanthropology, human osteology and forensics. Her research interests are cranial vault thickness in Homo sapiens, and the biology of racial variation in humans. She teaches Human Prehistory, Physical Anthropology, Applied Anthropology, and Forensics. Dr. Marsh has studied human paleoanthropology in Indonesia and north Africa, and consulted on medical examiner forensic cases in Iowa. hmarsh@ucmo.edu

10 Anthropology Student Opportunities Individual Mentoring Mentoring is available to all Anthropology students, both majors and minors. The faculty in Anthropology are always available for assistance and support. Students interested in individual research projects can arrange an ANTH 4815 course, allowing for one-on-one instruction between the student and the faculty member. Students wishing to pursue a career outside academics receive assistance with job searching and application preparation, while students planning on graduate school get advice on applications and financial aid. Student Organizations Anthropology Club is a free organization open to all students of Anthropology and alumni of UCM s Anthropology program. The club meets monthly for films, guest speakers, and student presentations. Anthropology Club is a student club recognized by the American Anthropological Association, so members can join AAA for a rate of only $30 per year. Membership in AAA gives you access to job listings, internships, and databases. UCM s Anthropology program is also a member of Lambda Alpha, the national honor society for Anthropology. Students chosen for membership in Lambda Alpha are eligible for national scholarships, and are able to publish in the Lambda Alpha Journal. Keeping In Touch The faculty in Anthropology at UCM maintain three sources of constant communication between Anthropology students and faculty. First, there is a faculty-run list open to everyone interested in Anthropology that provides frequent announcements about events and courses. Second, our Facebook page, Anthro@UCM, is a network for current and past students. Third, there is an Anthropology student only Blackboard page where faculty post research assistance, program information and class announcements.

11 Internships and Study Abroad Anthropology: A Field-Based Discipline Anthropology is a discipline constantly focused on working in the field, whether with archaeological reserach, or doing ethnographic interviews among chosen populations, serving as a museum intern or working in the lab. All students in Anthropology at UCM are encouraged to do some field-based coursework, and for our Anthropology majors such field-based experience is required. Internships at museums, not-for-profit institutions, laboratories or for-credit field schools must be arranged with Dr. Clifford-Napoleone. Please make sure you meet with Dr. C BE- FORE you arrange an internship, to make sure it meet the minimum requirements for credit. In recent years, Anthroplogy students have completed internships at the Bakken Museum of Science in Minneapolis, the Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, the National Archives and Records Administration and with private collectors. UCM students have completed field schools in Illinois, Michigan, Greece, Peru, and Missouri. Students can receive ANTH 4815: Special Topics in Anthropology course credit for internships and field schools, but students must have permission from Dr. C at least a semester in advance. Students can take no more than 9.0 hours of 4815 total as an undergraduate. Study Abroad is available in myriad countries, for a period from five days to an academic year. The UCM International Center and Study Abroad programs can assist students in selecting a study abroad location, arranging course schedules and making travel plans, and in securing financial aid and scholarship funds. While it is possible to get Anthropology credit for courses taken abroad, it is not automatic. Students should work with the faculty advisor and the UCM study abroad professionals to transfer courses, done only on a course -by-course basis and with faculty approval. Study Tour of London Each summer, UCM s Anthropology program offers a special course on the museums and archaeological sites of England. This three week summer course includes a one week study tour in London, with excursions to museums, historical sites, and Stonehenge. The course is available for 3.0 hours of course credit, and can be applied to an Anthropology major program of study. In addition, other UCM students, and student s family members, can attend the study tour. For more information, contact Dr. Yelton.

12 Anthropology: Job Outlook and Information Although most anthropologists and archaeologists work in an office, some analyze samples in laboratories or work in the field. They typically work in research organizations, colleges and universities, museums, consulting firms, private corporations, and government. Fieldwork in remote areas usually requires travel for extended periods. Anthropology is expected to grow at a rate of 19% from , faster than all other occupations. For more information, see the job outlook for Anthropology at the Bureau of Labor and Statistics page. For information about the many careers, job paths, and opportunities for Anthropology students beyond graduation, go to the AAA Careers Page. Adding an anthropologist to a research team is like moving from black-and-white TV to color," according to the CEO of a international consulting firm. "We're able to observe shades of color that others can't see. Anthropologists understand complexity and can help devise answers that reflect that complexity." -read more in Anthropologists Go Native in the Corporate Village.

13 Anthropology at UCM For More Information Contact: Dr. Jeffrey Yelton: Dr, Amber R. Clifford-Napoleone: Dr. Hannah Marsh: On the Web:

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