PROFESSOR OF ANTHROPOLOGY Professor Schiller’s scholarly interests include identity, tourism and religion. Her geographic foci are Italy and Indonesia. She earned her B.A. in Anthropology at the University of Virginia and M.A. and Ph.D. in Anthropology at Cornell University. Her field researches amo...
The BA in sociology helps students understand the social forces that shape the world. Students learn how social movements emerge from the collective efforts of individuals. They study the role that social forces play in defining racial identities and gender roles.
The BA in anthropology helps students acquire an understanding of human culture, language, and biology. They develop analytical skills, strong writing skills, and a thoroughly cross-cultural perspective.
(she/her) is a sociology institutions and inequality PhD student. She completed her Master of Arts in Sociology from American University in December of 2019 where her research examined the roles of gender and age with respect to whether people interpret certain behaviors as indicating sexual consent....
Kandahar Journals, by Louie Palu and Devin Gallagher (2015) On Monday, 22 February at 7:30pm JCC Free screening and Q&A with Louie Palu Kandahar Journals follows photojournalist Louie Palu's experience while covering the war in Kandahar from 2006 to 2010 and then, its aftermath. With a nar...
Congratulations to the following Mason faculty members, who were selected by the Center for Humanities Research Steering Committee to receive summer funding to support ongoing projects related to the humanities. Samira Alkassim (Term Assistant Professor of Film Theory) will finish work on her forth...
