A Kenyon education prepares you to explore complex problems from every angle, in any industry. You’ll be able to think critically, communicate effectively and act with confidence — skills that stand out to employers and graduate schools, and that will serve you long after graduation.
Where Anthropology Can Take You
Careers for anthropology majors include: ethnographer, forensic investigator, user experience analyst, social impact researcher, professor, social development specialist, research forester, heritage manager, foreign service officer, engineer, archaeologist, curator, public health officer, advertising manager, urban researcher, sociolinguist and more.
Anthropology is a Resume Builder
Cultural: Ethnography, data analysis, marketing, interpersonal skills
Biological: Forensic science, pathology, human demography, lab experience
Archaeology: Human biology, materials science, preservation, geospatial analysis
Linguistic: Survey design, transcription, communications, text analysis
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Anthropology Alumni at Work
Based on available information about Kenyon alumni who majored in anthropology
Career Sampler
You'll find Kenyon anthropology majors in a range of careers.
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