Assistant professor of environment and human interactions with UConn’s Department of Anthropology and associate director of UConn’s Institute of Environment and Energy (IoEE) Eleanor Shoreman-Ouimet has been featured in UConn Today article – Perfect Storms: UConn Research Team Shining Light on Extreme Weather Preparedness in Connecticut. This article covers topics such as aging volunteers, limited […]

The CLAS Administrative Hub is hiring Student Administrative Assistants to support the departments of Anthropology, Earth Sciences, and Human Development & Family Sciences (HDFS) for the remainder of this academic year and through 2026–2027. This paid position offers 10–15 hours per week, with potential work during academic breaks and the opportunity for renewal. Students will […]

The Department of Anthropology’s Equity and Inclusion Committee proudly presents the 2025 Year in Review Newsletter. Made by department anthropologists, for department anthropologists. This newsletter celebrates publications and presentations, grants and fellowships, upcoming conferences, social events, and more! To access the newsletter, click on the following link. UConn Anthropology Department — 2025 Year in Review […]

Anthropology and Molecular and Cell Biology student Bryce Turner has been featured in the UConn Today. He is studying in the FastTrack Master of Public Health program as well as the Experimental Anthropology Lab. Turner ’26 who wants to work in the area of health care policy – particularly behavioral health policy – says the […]

The UConn Anthropology Department Equity and Inclusion Commitee proudly hosted our first Brown Bag of Fall 2025!  Panel 1, “What Does Anthropology Mean to Us,” featured an engaging discussion with Kate Reinhart, Nellychris, Matthew, and Shakil, moderated by Harshani. The conversation sparked thoughtful questions and reflections from attendees across departments, including our undergraduate and graduate students, […]

The Department of Anthropology honors the memory of Jane Goodall. Her extensive research with chimpanzees has set her apart as one of the world’s most influential primatologist. For more information on her impact and legacy, check out the following obituary “Jane Goodall Changed How We See Ourselves“, written by Dimitris Xygalatas.  

‘Universities can be both a window into stuff that’s happening and a door to new ways of asking and reflecting’

The Department of Anthropology honors the memory of Dr. Gretel H. Pelto, a pioneering figure in applied nutritional anthropology. Her groundbreaking work and enduring contributions have left a profound impact on the field and on the many lives she touched through her research and mentorship. To read more about her legacy and contributions, please visit […]

The Department of Anthropology is proud to congratulate graduate student Danielle Nadeau on receiving a prestigious award from the National Institute of Social Sciences (NISS). This honor recognizes Danielle’s outstanding contributions and promise in the field of social sciences. Her research reflects a strong commitment to impactful, innovative scholarship, and we are thrilled to see […]

Dr. Merrill Singer was recently honored by two of his former students, Dr.’s Bayla Ostrach and Shir Lerman Ginsburg. https://www.anthropology-news.org/articles/merrill-charles-singer/