Anthropology

Anthropology is the broad-based study of humans and our ancestors. From tracking ancient diseases to examining modern cultures, this discipline is critical to tracing our journey through time and exploring our existence today.

Are you interested in humankind, cultures and ancestry? Anthropology may be the program for you at Lakehead.

Interested in Anthropology?

Students interested in the Anthropology program at Lakehead University will learn....

  • The analysis of archaeological sites and artifacts
  • Human biocultural evolution and adaptation
  • World cultures and practices
  • DNA studies and forensic work

What is Anthropology?

Anthropology is the integrated biological and socio-cultural investigation of humankind, from the time of our hominid ancestors to the present, and encompassing small to large societies.

The Program will Include:

  • Lectures, seminars, labs and field work
  • Multiple streams of research including socio-cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, and archaeology
  • Freedom to choose from a wide spectrum of electives
  • Cultural resource management skills development
 

EVENTS

Aug
30 		ORILLIA ANTHROPOLOGY: Meet Your Faculty Session with Dr. Tim Kaiser 12:00 PM
Zoom

NEWS

Mar
9 		Moccasin fragment reveals precolonial connection between Subarctic and Southwest

New research by Lakehead University anthropologist Dr. Jessica Metcalfe and colleagues provides direct evidence for long-distance connections among... full story
Dec
16 		Lakehead University announces one new Canada Research Chair and four renewals

For as long as Dr. Lindsay Galway can remember, she has been passionate about nature and its connection to people.
Nov
9 		Anthropology professor honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award

Congratulations to Dr. Scott Hamilton (Dept. of Anthropology), honoured with the J.V. Wright Lifetime Achievement Award from the Ontario... full story
Apr
17 		Facing Facts: Lakehead alumni creating face shields with 3D printers

This group is comprised of individuals who went to school at Lakehead University and who work at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, as well as... full story