Explore Culture. Understand Humanity. Shape the Future.
Explore the rich diversity of human experience across cultures, communities, and historical periods. Our interdisciplinary approach connects anthropology with cultural studies, global perspectives, and collaborative scholarship across the humanities and social sciences.
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Anthropology
Anthropology helps us understand human cultures and biology, both in the past and today. It looks at people around the world, connects different parts of human life, and studies how humans have changed over time.
Anthropology, B.A. Anthropology, Minor Forensic Anthropology, MinorCultural Studies
Buffalo State offers an interdisciplinary approach to cultural studies. The study of a world language will broaden your global perspective and deepen your cultural understanding by teaching you about the culture, history, and literature of the areas of the world where the language is spoken.
Spanish, B.A. Spanish Advantage, UGCT Spanish, Minor Indigenous Studies, MinorFaculty Mentorship
Work closely with faculty whose expertise spans cultural anthropology, linguistics, heritage, and global cultures.
Meet Our FacultyInterdisciplinary Learning
Study culture though multiple lenses, including anthropology, language/linguistics, and global studies.
Hands-On Research
Participate in fieldwork, community-based projects, ethnographic research, and experiential learning opportunities.
Global Perspectives
Explore cultures and societies from around the world while gaining a deeper understanding of local communities and contemporary issues.
“Standing where someone once stood and holding what they once held created a direct, physical link to the past, reminding me that these connections aren’t just history; they’re what make us human.”