Anthropology

Thank you for helping us build momentum. We’re grateful for your support of the Department of Anthropology.

Your gift to the Excellence Fund strengthens our academic programs, sparks bold new ideas, and opens doors for students, faculty, and staff to thrive. Thanks to your commitment, we’re not just moving forward, we’re gaining momentum. We’re advancing education, accelerating research, and enriching our community with purpose and energy.

Your belief in our mission keeps us going. You’re a vital part of the progress we’re making, and we’re excited to share a few highlights from the past year that reflect the impact of your support. There’s so much more ahead, and we look forward to keeping you connected to the incredible work you’re helping make possible.

With heartfelt appreciation,
GO COUGS!

  • Helped support scholarships and fellowships that provided financial support to undergraduate majors and graduate students, with funds used to cover expenses associated with participation in research or to offset research expenses. These contributions played a key role in promoting academic growth and facilitate degree completion.
  • Used to bring visiting speakers to campus to present public talks about their research and share their experiences in meetings with students and faculty.
  • Rented a university vehicle for graduate students and faculty transportation to the joint Northwest Anthropology Conference and Society for Applied Anthropology meetings in Portland.