MU Department of Anthropology Department of Anthropology Too often, society focuses on differences that divide people.
Anthropology brings out commonalities that connect people.
This holistic approach produces sophisticated problem solvers, which today's complex and conflict-prone world needs. The way anthropology is taught at MU gives students a chance to do anthropology, not just read about it. Anthropologists explore the development and variety of peoples through their traditions, beliefs, customs, languages, material possessions, social relationships and physical being. The combination provides much of the field's romance. This is a research-oriented department that includes undergraduates as partners in the investigative enterprise.