What Can I Do With an Anthropology and Sociology Major?

Description of the Major

The anthropology and sociology faculty share the belief that we cannot understand ourselves without also understanding other cultures and the society in which we live. Through the exploration of dimensions of human experience as wide ranging as consciousness, gender, religion, sexuality, drugs, healing, inequality, politics and mass media, students gain insight into their local and global environment enabling them to better interact with diverse people in a variety of situations.

The anthropology and sociology program is dedicated to helping students develop the critical thinking and communication skills that are necessary for responsible citizenship and competitiveness in today's increasingly diversified professional work force and for graduate work in such fields as sociology, anthropology, psychology, law, social work, political science and education.

Career Areas

Anthropologist
Peace Corps Volunteer
Social Worker
Career Counselor
Sociologist
AmeriCorps Volunteer
Archaeologist
Researcher
Teacher
Urban Planner
*Some careers require additional study or an advanced degree

What recent Johnson State College ANS graduates            are doing

Children's Service Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator
Residential Counselor
Police Officer
Mental Health Assistant
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Skills and personality traits representative of ANS majors

Anthropology and sociology students and graduates, often have a strong need to understand the world and their surroundings. They may also be analytical, inquisitive, self-governing, original and unique. They will often have strong scientific and diagnostic skills, and powerful writing strategies.

Web Links for Anthropology/Sociology

Archaeological Institute of America

The New Social Worker Online

The Socio Web

Council on Social Work Education

National Association of Social Workers