M.A. Program in Anthropology OPEN HOUSE
For those considering an M.A. degree in Anthropology at GMU
Tuesday, March 22, 2016 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT
Student Union I, #3A (also known as 3331)
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Located just miles from Washington D.C., the Anthropology program at George Mason welcomes you to meet the faculty and learn more about the master’s degree program, where students may focus on sociocultural anthropology or bio-archaeology. This event will give you an opportunity to hear about faculty research, learn about M.A. requirements and courses, understand the application process, and ask any questions you may have.
RSVP to rsadana@gmu.edu or (703) 993-1423 by March 18th and indicate if you are planning to attend ANTH 699: Food and Culture as well as the Open House, or just the Open House.
OPEN HOUSE PROGRAM
4:30-5:45p Sit in on ANTH 699: Food and Culture (Optional)
Taught by Dr. Linda Seligmann, ANTH 699 is an elective course focusing on a current issue and debate in sociocultural anthropology. Attendance is OPTIONAL. Please arrive at 4:25pm at the Department of Sociology & Anthropology Conference Room (Robinson Hall B 313) if you would like to attend part of the class.
6:00-7:15p Dinner and Information Session
Attendees are invited to a catered dinner where Dr. Rashmi Sadana, the graduate director, will give an overview of the Anthropology MA program, the application process, and the requirements. This event will take place in the Room 3331 (also known as “Meeting Room 3A”) on the 3rd Floor of the SUB 1 Building. Other anthropology faculty will attend the dinner and discuss aspects of the program.
7:30-8:00p Meet with Current Graduate Students in Anthropology
Attendees will have a chance to meet with a few current graduate students in the MA program in Anthropology to hear their experiences and to ask them any questions.
For an overview of the M.A. program visit http://soan.gmu.edu/programs/la-ma-anth
Some faculty specializations include medical anthropology, environmental anthropology, political economy, religion, urban studies, war and militarization, archaeology, paleopathology, forensic anthropology, mortuary anthropology, and biological anthropology.
Department of Sociology & Anthropology
George Mason University
4400 University Drive, MSN 3G5
Fairfax, VA 22030
