Virginia Anthropology Society
at University of Virginia
Events
This event usually occurs in the beginning of the Fall semester around mid-September. The purpose of the event is to find out what Anthropology is and why it's so relevant to ALL career fields, how to declare a major or minor and their academic requirements, and the many ways you may utilize your degree after graduation.
This is a great event to attend because its an awesome chance to network with experts in the field, ask questions you may not usually have the opportunity to, as well as learn how your social science or culture-focused degree can be used for your future!
And if that doesn't convince you, FREE FOOD ALWAYS!
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Interested in pursuing the Distinguished Majors Program? Professor Ravindra S. Khare, the DMP Director, Professor Carrie Douglass, our faculty advisor and Professor & Director of Undergraduate Studies as well as current DMP students usually speak. They will all be open to your questions about how to get involved in this program, the benefits, what's required, and their experiences. After there will be a Q & A portion.
This event is geared towards third-years but all interested years are welcome to come.
To learn more about the Department of Anthropology’s DMP click HERE
The panel usually consist of someone from the International Studies Office (ISO), Professor Carrie Douglass, the Director of Undergraduate Programs in Anthropology, and students who have studied abroad with and outside of ISO with experience in receiving financial aid and travel grants. This panel will discuss the application process, benefits of studying abroad, transfer credits and field schools, funding / scholarships, their own experiences, and any other questions you may have!
And if that doesn't convince you, FREE FOOD ALWAYS!
CLICK ME FOR MORE DETAILS, FROM LAST YEAR'S EVENT
Throughout the spring semester, VAS host 3 to 5 intimate-sized, roundtable discussions over dinner. Those interested are welcome to come out to as many as they want, so long as they make sure to RSVP. In general, topics will include but are not limited to death rituals, funerals, personal ideologies, taboos, and shared experiences about the culture of death and dying.
VAS hopes that these thought-provoking conversations will not only provide all participants with fresh perspectives on the oftentimes taboo subjects of DEATH and DYING, but also lessen the stigmas surrounding them. So let's talk about death!
Also a new feature of this discussion series is to change the date to the week of Halloween and add a spookier vibe to the discussion than last time--you're in for a treat!
And if that doesn't convince you, FREE FOOD ALWAYS!
CLICK ME FOR MORE DETAILS, FROM LAST YEAR'S EVENT
VAS hosts an annual End of the Year Garden Party!! It occurs on the Lawn in one of the gardens. There is always plenty of good food (cupcakes too) and plenty of good conversation. All are welcomed especially Anthropology majors, professors and graduate students. It is at this event that we introduce the new VAS executive board for next year!