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Language can fuel conflict—or heal it.
Indonesian youth in Ambon are using art, music & literature to counter disinformation and build peace.
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#Peacebuilding #ArtsForChange
We are excited to celebrate Dr. Carolyn Isaac on her achievement of becoming a Board-Certified Forensic Anthropologist! Thank you, Dr. Isaac, for all your amazing contributions to our department, lab, students and the community!
📝 Big thanks to Dr. Joe Hefner for leading a CV workshop at the recent Anthropology Club meeting! He shared practical tips on what to include (and what to avoid) when crafting a CV that truly highlights your work. #Anthropology #CareerTips #CVWorkshop #MSU
From childhood digs in the woods to excavating #archaeological sites in Tuscany—Don Henrikson’s journey as an anthropology student is fueled by his love for discovery. #FieldSchool #Anthropology
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Dr. Stacey Camp hosted FIRST® LEGO League team from New Lothrop, MI to explore archaeology, STEM, and innovation through hands-on activities.

This year’s theme: UNEARTHED™ — digging into the past to build a better future.
#FIRSTLEGOLeague #STEM #Unearthed #Outreach
MSU is developing its first CRM Lab, led by Dr. Phyllis Johnson, aiming to offer paid, hands-on archaeology training from undergrad to Ph.D. level. #SpartanArchaeology #CRM #Anthropology #SpartansWill
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We joined a medical ANP class led by Dr. Heather Howard, where students explored how Indigenous health is defined, understood, and researched.
“I love seeing students respectfully learning from Indigenous peoples’ experiences, strengths, and insights,” she said. spr.ly/63320ApIfA
Jules McClary, an anthropology major, spent her summer exploring Lansing’s history through an archival internship at the @lansingbwl.bsky.social
Her passion for human history, culture, and art shines through in her work. Check out her story. spr.ly/63322AMYL8

Recent Ph.D. grad, Brian Geyer, began in music performance, moved into ethnomusicology, and transitioned to anthropology. After Peace Corps service in Kenya, his research focused on intersectional identities in Kenya’s tech sector. Read more in his recent Q&A.
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Just dropped: Field Voices ft. Josie Cowles!
As she heads into senior year, Josie reflects on her anthropology journey—from lab work to research.
See what she’s been doing this summer + share your own story! #SpartansWill #MSUAnthro #Forensics
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Kelsey’s journey from grad school to full-time artist demonstrates the versatility of anthropology. Now with her own weaving studio and exhibits in the books, she’s modeling how her creative practice and cultural interests are building community.
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Out of 1,100+ participants at MSU’s UURAF 2025, only 3 were named grand prize winners—and 19-year-old anthropology grad Sasha Franklin was one of them!
Her project uses #ArcGIS StoryMaps to turn Maya archaeology into an interactive experience.
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Check out the latest Graduate Voice featuring Kelly Sullivan, a 2024 MSU grad in biology and anthropology, now excavating history at Colonial Michilimackinac. #GradVoices #Archaeology
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Senior Paige Topping joined MSU students, faculty & alumni in Tuscany for the Monteverdi Field School. Read about her archaeology journey abroad! 🇮🇹 #MSUAbroad
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Even when malnourished, mothers in Kenya protect their breast milk during drought—thanks to social support, behavior, and biology, says Dr. Masako Fujita in her new study. http://spr.ly/633284qQ0A
Congrats to recent Ph.D. grad Sara Tahir! Read about her research that examines global transnational migration from Pakistan and her future plans in her Q&A! http://spr.ly/633234jwMc
Dr. Joe Hefner & Ph.D. student Savannah Holcombe teamed up with vets to improve dog knee surgeries. Using 3D scans & fluorescent markers, they mapped ligament points to reduce surgical risks. http://spr.ly/633264Pt20
🎓 Congrats to recent Ph.D. graduate Rhian Dunn, new Asst. Prof. at Western Carolina University! Read her love for forensic anthropology and why she chose MSU in her Q&A!
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MSU’s Dr. William Lovis & the late Maurice Haag uncovered 2,000-year-old wolf mandibles in Michigan—rare evidence of Illinois Hopewell presence. Read more: http://spr.ly/63322NfeMg
New book features MSU’s Dr. Heather Howard and Priyanka Jayakodi’s research on COVID-19’s global impacts. Read Covid’s Chronicities free online. Read Covid’s http://spr.ly/63328NNfJn
Meet our recent ANP Ph.D. grad, Juan Carlos Rico Noguera! Discover his passion for anthropology, love for MSU and his research on the Columbia National Police.
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Meet Olivia “Livy” Drexler, recent MSU Anthropology Ph.D. grad! Check out what inspired her to pursue anthropology and stay tuned for more Q&As with our recent Ph.D graduates!
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Check out our latest edition of Field Voices: Spartans in Anthropology, featuring Ryn Van Winkle. Want to share your voice? Submit your story today!
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