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Joseph Prymak's Whiteshell Provincial Park,</br> Manitoba, Canada Joseph Prymak's Whiteshell Provincial Park,</br> Manitoba, Canada

Anthropology is the study of how humans have developed and adapted, both culturally and physically, in both the present and past. Anthropologists examine the origins of the human species, physical and cultural remains from archaeological sites, the development of value systems, social relationships, and symbolic communication.

Well-known anthropologists include Margaret Mead; famous for her work in the Samoan and New Guinea cultures, and Jane Goodall who has made significant discoveries about primate societies. If you are interested in the biological evolution of humans, how people live in various cultural settings (in both the past and present), how societies are adapted to their environments, and the structure of language, then Anthropology would be a good choice of study.

At The University of Winnipeg, you can specialize in Cultural Anthropology, Linguistic Anthropology, Archaeology or Biological Anthropology, or you may choose an integrated program that includes all four areas.

Anthropology Announcements!

With the support from the University of Winnipeg Workshop Grant, the Department of Anthropology Presents:


Hands-On Flintknapping Workshop with Gary Wowchuck

Come learn about the art and science of making stone tools, the oldest known human technology. Gary Wowchuck, a Manitoba archaeologist and flintknapper, will be speaking about local tool types and demonstrating knapping techniques. 
Participants will be able to experiment with these techniques and try their hand at making tools. All materials provided (but you are welcome to bring additional lithic material if you have it).

When: May 31st ~ 10:00am - 3:00pm (a light lunch will be served)
Where: Room 4C39, University of Winnipeg

Please email boeseya@gmail.com if you plan on attending, as space is limited.
 

A Fossil From the Balkans Sheds New Light on Human Evolution

Applications are now being accepted for the Paleoanthropology and Paleolithic Archaeology Field School. Check out this link!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68mWr4pyP-w