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Dr Stefan Brannan and Dr Jen Birch
Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Stefan Brannan

By: Cassie Hausdorf Reflecting on his journey at the University of Georgia (UGA), Stefan shares how his experiences at UGA shaped his current career!  Stefan originally chose to attend UGA when he was living in Georgia and his job at the time had a glass ceiling that could only be overcome via an advanced degree. He saw that UGA had just started their M.S. in Archaeological Resource Management, which checked all the boxes he needed to…


An update on ancient bald cypress trees research

Anthropology alumna Carla Hadden (PhD ’15) has served as the director of the University of Georgia Center for Applied Isotope Analysis since 2021. She began her career at the center as a graduate student and continues to support the mission of the center and the university in her role to this day. In collaboration with fellow anthropology alumna Katherine Napora (PhD ’21), Hadden, in a follow-up to the paleoclimate study, studies and dates the…
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Alt text: A group of University of Georgia Anthropology graduates pose together in their caps and gowns in front of a large screen that reads “Congratulations Graduates! Department of Anthropology.” The group includes about two dozen smiling students, some holding diploma covers and gift bags, standing and kneeling in rows in a classroom or lecture hall.
Congratulations Class of 2025!

The Department of Anthropology extends our warmest congratulations to this year’s graduating students! We are proud to call you alumni and look forward to seeing the impact you will make in the world!  

L to R: Raul Basilio, Hannah Boone, Monika Giri, Dominique Valentine, Alejandro Najera, Katie Foster
PhD students and alumni tackle global challenges at SfAA Annual Meeting

Five Anthropology PhD students and an alumni traveled to Portland, Oregon to network and present their research at the Society for Applied Anthropology (SfAA) Annual Meeting. The SfAA conference  brings together researchers from many disciplines, providing an opportunity for members to discuss their work, trade ideas and solutions, and connect with other professionals.  PhD student Raul Basilio presented Beyond Death: The Potentials…
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Dr. Cydney Seigerman awarded S. Jack Hu Family Excellence in Social and Behavioral Sciences Doctoral Research Award

Cydney Seigerman graduated with a PhD in Integrative Conservation and Anthropology in 2024. Now, Seigerman is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the UGA Social Sustainability of Agriculture and Food Systems Lab, and has been honored with the S. Jack Hu Family Excellence in Social and Behavioral Sciences Doctoral Research Award. Established by the Graduate School in 1999, the Excellence in Research Award recognizes the quality and significance…
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Dr. Emily Horton
From classroom to conservation: How Anthropology shaped alumna Dr. Emily Horton’s career

When alumni share their experiences during their time at UGA, current and prospective students gain valuable perspectives on what they can achieve after graduating. Current PhD student Dominique Valentine recently met with Dr. Emily Horton, a 2020 Anthropology and Integrative Conservation (ICON) PhD alumna who is now a Social Scientist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Combating Wildlife Trafficking Branch, International Affairs. In their…

top row left to right: Brandon Latimer, Bill Evans, Hannah DuPree, Caitlyn Carter, Bronwyn Matlick, Savannah Callicoatt, Holland Butsch, (second row) Kelsey Lawrence, Maggie Glancy, Mary Eastland, Cassie Reynolds, Naiomi Cookson, Savanna Davis, Claire Marston, Danielle Kirby, Kayleigh Previte, (third row) Sophie Forbes, Gracie Van Brackle, Leonardo Umberger, Camie Russell
Congratulations Graduates!

Congratulations to all newly minted anthropologists!  We want to acknowledge all the hard work you all have done to get to this stage in terms of certainly your coursework, your research, your field schools, your due diligence, and everything else. In addition, we want to thank all parents, families, and friends for supporting them in getting to this point.  You all played a critical part in being their community. Graduates, …

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Anthropology Alumni Linkedin

Hey Anthropology Alums! We're thrilled to announce the launch of our official Alumni Page on Linkedin! Join us in building a vibrant community of anthropologists, where you can reconnect with old classmates, network with fellow professionals, and stay updated on the latest developments in the field. Whether you're a recent graduate or have been out in the field for years, this is the perfect space to share your experiences, achievements,…

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UGA alumni co-edit a book on social oceanography

Nemer E. Narchi (PhD, The University of Georgia, 2011) and Christine M. Beitl (PhD, The University of Georgia, 2012), along with 32 collaborators, analyze the interactions between human beings and the coastal-marine environment through 15 different chapters that highlight the important presence of multivocality in maritime policy and coastal rights to foster the inclusion of the knowledge, desires, and visions of local actors in…

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Department of Anthropology Celebrates 75 years!

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Georgia recently celebrated its 75th anniversary since its official founding on October 15th, 1947. The faculty and students gathered to celebrate and view a gallery of historical photos through the decades.               
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