by Brian Brijbag | Dec 18, 2020 | Anthropology, Brian Brijbag
The job of an archaeologist is one that is filled with tedious hours searching for that ultimate discovery that may never come. For archaeologist Gino Caspari, those feelings ring true as he looks for and studies the ancient Scythian civilization across the vast area...
by Brian Brijbag | Dec 18, 2020 | Anthropology, Brian Brijbag
Anthropologists specialize in the study of human fossils to determine their behavior and characters. Over the years, anthropologists’ number has increased, and their skills are perfect due to advanced technology. Modern anthropologists have turned to social...
by Brian Brijbag | Oct 19, 2020 | Anthropology, Brian Brijbag
Anthropology is the study of humans, the human past and the factors that make us human. It also encompasses the areas of biological, dietary, health, and genetic composition of humans. This field studies the similarities and differences between humankind and primates....
by Brian Brijbag | Oct 16, 2020 | Anthropology, Brian Brijbag
Anthropology is derived by combining the Greek words for “human being” (anthro) and “study” (logia). Thus, anthropology is the “study of people.” Academics have developed four kinds of anthropology over the years. Archaeology is one, linguistics is another and...
by Brian Brijbag | Oct 12, 2020 | Anthropology, Brian Brijbag
Anthropologists have their own take on COVID-19. Their findings and perspectives bring a new discussion to the table about a world during a pandemic. Here are their thoughts. Anthropology professor Judith Beyer touches on the wide, yet different impact of...
by Brian Brijbag | Sep 17, 2020 | Anthropology, Brian Brijbag
Anthropology, or the study of human societies, is a beautifully general field. It covers a wide swath of concerns and investigates some of the most pressing issues in the history of human existence. By forming a comprehensive view of how societies function and how...
