Department of Anthropology

Paying tribute to Black history within Tampa’s historical Memorial Park Cemetery

Dr. Antoinette Jackson to be featured on CBS’ 60 Minutes

USF alumna investigates the erasure of Indigenous identity in schools and society

Centuries-old teeth could indicate the effectiveness of pandemic quarantines

USF anthropologists improve access to fresh produce by teaching local K-12 students how to grow it themselves

Local professor helps U.N. create ‘milestone’ water plan

USF researcher’s life work uncovers the first ancient DNA from the Swahili Civilization

Dr. Antoinette Jackson sees growth of Black Cemetery Network

‘What Lies Beneath’ exhibit showcases investigation of unmarked burial grounds in Hillsborough County

Six USF faculty members earn national recognition for research achievements

"This is not an isolated story": Forgotten Black cemeteries uncovered in Florida

USF researchers partner with law enforcement to help Florida families find missing loved ones

Doctoral student Glenda Vaillant Cruz shines a light on Latin American student experience in higher education

USF researchers inform decisions for Homegrown Hillsborough food system program

Five CAS faculty members recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement Awards

Anthropology’s Dr. Diane Wallman earns Faculty Scholar Fulbright

From ponds to parks: USF researchers tackle environmental injustice in East Tampa

An oyster shell is worth a thousand words

Centuries-old teeth could indicate the effectiveness of pandemic quarantines

CAS teams join forces to digitally preserve a historically Black cemetery in Pasco County

Anthropology doctoral candidate selected as USF’s first student veteran recipient of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Dr. Kiran Jayaram connects with his Asian heritage in new research endeavor

USF hosts inaugural Policy Dialogues Conference, examining weaponization of hunger

Anthropology professor will join push for more sustainable, comprehensive water policies at U.N. Water Conference

Four CAS faculty members earn national recognition for research achievements

 

New NSF Award examines Cultural and Ecological Consequences of Colonialism in Dominica

USF anthropologists begin transfer of ancient ancestors to Native American tribes

New image by USF anthropology team hopes to crack Florida cold case

USF anthropologist recounts her time unearthing bodies at the Dozier School for Boys

As Hillsborough County explores forgotten cemeteries, a national archive tracks lost Black graves

Local expert distills the global importance of beer

Discovery of human remains at Florida construction site halts building of upscale community

USF anthropologist unearths the past, one identity at a time

Students uncover Florida's past at archaeological site

New book traces how beer influenced the world over time

DNA from ancient skeletons shine light on how early humans lived and interacted

USF anthropologists facilitate COVID-19 vaccinations for Tampa's refugee and immigrant populations

Back translation saves lives: USF team translates critical vaccine information

Identifying the Missing: How forensic anthropologists use new tech to solve cold cases

Black Cemetery Network tracking lost African American graves across the country

Tooth plaque from ancient skeleton offers new insight into human evolution

Professors receive Faculty Excellence Award for research and creative efforts focused on women

Student Spotlight: Finding a niche in anthropology

Impact of pandemic policies on Tampa Bay refugees

Art of forensic drawings help identify man missing for 36 years

College students struggle with food insecurity

Research project to recover, engage public on lost history of African American burial grounds in Tampa Bay

USF takes first step toward acknowledging campus’ impacts on Indigenous tribes 

USF partnership will train Tampa residents in environmental health and safety 

USF forensic anthropologist leads renewed effort to help solve Hillsborough County cold case homicides

USF ‘body farm’ shares lessons from the dead

Anthropology Professor Participating in Study to Uncover the True Cost of Florida’s Red Tide

Anthropology Professor to Speak at U.N. Commission on the Status of Women

Discovery of Unmarked Graves Earns 2020 AAAS Scientific Freedom and Responsibility Award

Brownfield rehab and redevelopment

Florida researcher testing bone fragments that could be Amelia Earhart's

USF Researcher Kimmerle Laments 'Disappointing' End Of Pasco 'Body Farm'

USF Archaeology Class Digs Up Florida’s Native American History

USF Forensic Facility Teaches How Florida's Environment Affects Bodies