Memphis Anthropology

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Memphis MPO seeks residents' input on building new Regional Pedestrian and Bicycle Greenprint Plan

Congratulations to 2017 MA Grad Lyndsey Pender on her new position with MLK50

Meet development manager Lyndsey Pender Lyndsey Pender. Photo by Wiley Brown for MLK50 We’re ecstatic to announce that native Memphian Lyndsey Pender has joined the MLK50 team as our development manager. Pender started last week and will…

Spring 2024 Commencement. Congratulations to all our graduates.

Congratulations Don'neka and Karma!

To begin Mental Health Awareness Month, MA Alum Jamila Batts was the speaker for the inaugural Lunch and Learn for Samaritan Counseling Center. She spoke about Mental Health First Aid. MA Alum Kristin Fox-Trautman is Samaritan Executive Director and faculty member/Alum John Gilmore is a board member.

Our Spring 2024 Practicum Forum and Graduation and Awards Celebration

Dr. Kathyrn Hicks steps into the role of Department Chair, effective August 19th. Congratulations!

MA Alum Jenessa Mae Spears is co-editor of the upcoming publication The Routledge Companion to Practicing Anthropology and Design. Kay Zagrodny Barkley wrote an article for it.

Three alumni—Holly Lissner, April Steele, and Paige Walkup — came into our graduate Applying Anthropology class this morning to share about their career journeys and what they learned in our BA and MA programs.

Congratulations to all.

Dr. Michael Perez, associate professor of Anthropology, had his recent article, "Living as Stateless Palestinians in Jordan," published in Sapiens Anthropology Magazine.

Living as Stateless Palestinians in Jordan Israel’s war on Gaza that erupted in 2023 continues a long history of systemic displacement of Palestinians.

We're co-sponsoring this event lecture with the Women & Gender Studies Program.

Our grads making a difference. Congratulations to Roshun Austin on her work and recognition.

Our grads making a difference. Congratulations to Kristin Fox-Trautman.

Happy Anthropology Day! Today, we celebrate the diversity of human cultures and the pursuit of understanding our past, present, and future. From ancient civilizations to modern societies, anthropology helps us unravel the rich tapestry of humanity. Join us in honoring this fascinating field!

As we enter our 51st year, the Department of Anthropology welcomes your donations of $51 (or more) to support the Anthropology Enrichment Fund.

Our Community Advisory Board (CAB) is unique and serves as a model for other applied anthropology departments. We regularly seek CAB members’ feedback about programmatic changes, ensuring we serve the surrounding community's needs. We recently had our Spring 2024 Luncheon. Here are some pictures from this event.

This show is a collaborative project between UofM’s Communication and Film, Women’s and Gender Studies, History, and Anthropology departments. We have 13 amazing artists showcasing work. There will be food and drinks, and the show is free to attend.

Congratulations to Dr. Keri Brondo!

This Thursday. Join us.

Our alumnae Roshun Austin, discusses the first development coming to a South Memphis neighborhood in 50 years.

South Memphis neighborhood sees first development in 50 years

Macy Clanton presenting at the Works In Progress Symposium about the collaboration between our department and The Haven.

https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/38102

Manager, Chucalissa

I was at the State of Memphis Housing Presentation today at Rhodes College, and when I looked around the room I noticed that at least half the room was filled with UofM alumni and current students from Anthropology, Planning, DPNA, and the UAA programs. I got as many of them as possible to do a photo. We've got a deep bench in the community development and housing sector in this photo. - Dr. Katherine L-P

Today, September 28th, is Discover Your Major Day. Stop by the Anthropology Department table to learn more about anthropology and all of the opportunities it offers. We'll be here from 9AM-2PM in the University Center Ballroom.

At the More for Memphis: A Seat at the Table Session, department grad Rachel Starks, Policy Advisor for Seeding Success makes a presentation.