Anthropology Minor

Description. The minor in Anthropology provides students with exposure to the range of human variation across time and space and a comprehensive background in cross-cultural studies.

Rationale. A minor in Anthropology is excellent preparation for further study in any discipline that requires the ability to understand and deal with other cultures. Students are trained to integrate humanistic concerns with the cross-cultural perspective and analytic framework provided by anthropology. These skills will be particularly valuable for students planning careers in which an understanding of human behavior and cultural diversity is essential, including law enforcement, criminal justice, public policy, counseling, business, law and communications. Because of its breadth of outlook, anthropology also offers an ideal basis for those seeking a strong general education in an increasingly interdependent and multicultural world.

Credits required. 18

Minor coordinator. Professor Johanna (Hanna) Lessinger, Department of Anthropology (212.237.8293, jlessinger@jjay.cuny.edu)

Requirements. The minor consists of 18 credits (six courses) chosen from the courses listed below. A maximum of two courses can overlap with a student’s major, other minors or programs.

Total Credit Hours: 18