Anthropology and Geography

An anthropological search for belonging and identity

Susan Harness described her childhood as being caught between two worlds – white and American Indian – and estranged from both. Using her education in anthropology, Harness searched for a sense of belonging and acceptance as a transracial adoptee.

Spring 2017

Ethnographic research in virtual worlds

For CSU’s Ethnographic Research and Teaching Laboratory (ERTL), online gaming has become a new field in which to conduct anthropological fieldwork by using an Internet-based reality.

Winter 2016

The ‘welcoming back of a nation’

Jason LaBelle’s research highlights the rich history of indigenous peoples and bison in northern Colorado.

Student receives archaeological training in Belize

Anthropology senior Jesse Bain had the opportunity to participate in the Rio Bravo Archaeological Survey in Belize.

Liberal Arts shines at Graduate Student Showcase

The Graduate Showcase celebrates research, creativity and entrepreneurship and provides an arena for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Outstanding Graduates

College of Liberal Arts faculty and staff highlight outstanding students graduating in Fall 2016.

Spring 2016

Critical Language Scholarship takes three students abroad

Three students are off to Jordan, Tanzania, and Russia this summer thanks to a competitive language scholarship.