BSc in Anthropology - Linguistic Anthropology in Arcata United States | California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

Anthropology is a comprehensive field focused on examining human cultural and biological diversity and development. It combines areas of study that traditionally cross multiple academic domains in the natural and social sciences, arts, and professional fields, dissolving boundaries between these categories. Anthropologists hold a distinctive position to contribute meaningful scientific insights, partly because the discipline continuously explores the philosophy of science and the factors influencing knowledge creation. At Cal Poly Humboldt, anthropology emphasizes critically reevaluating and transforming scientific frameworks, ways of knowing, and ethical considerations.

Cal Poly Humboldt provides students with a well-rounded education across all four anthropology subfields while allowing specialization in one area: archaeology, biological anthropology, sociocultural anthropology, or linguistic anthropology. Linguistic anthropology examines language use within cultural settings and encompasses efforts to revive and protect endangered languages.

Practical learning and research experiences in anthropology are strengthened by Humboldt's outstanding facilities, such as the ethnographic research lab, geospatial archaeology research center, bioarchaeology lab, isotope lab, 3D virtual lab, Cultural Resources Facility, nearby archaeological sites, and a simulated dig site. Students also participate in internships and independent research collaborations with local museums, cultural preservation offices, nonprofits, healthcare centers, shelters, community initiatives, advocacy groups, and more.