News: Department of Anthropology
Research finds that consuming encapsulated placentas has little to no effect on postpartum mood and maternal bonding; detectable changes shown in hormones.
A unique teaching model at UNLV engages students in the classroom and empowers them beyond it.
Meet three UNLV graduate students pursuing their passions through research and making a big impact in their fields.
Learn from UNLV students who just landed prestigious scholarships to study in Asia, Central America, and Europe.
What do a heist thriller, the evolving human diet, water quality, consumer behavior, literature, and Mars have in common? All were the foundation of research awards UNLV faculty gar-nered this year.
UNLV’s chief academic officer on her first year here and the changes to come.
McNair/AANAPISI programs for low-income, first-generation students matches undergrads with faculty mentors that share their focus and goals.
Drawing on community partnerships developed with Yup’ik Eskimo villagers, a new book combines research with indigenous perspectives to create a comprehensive understanding of colonialism in Alaska.
UNLV joint study finds that elusive sleep patterns as humans age may have evolved to ensure safety.
From professional reasons to personal connections, faculty across campus share why they’re fond of certain works they penned.
Oral health of modern day African tribe transitioning from hunting and gathering to agricultural diet challenges long held presumptions about our Stone Age ancestors.
Francisco Menendez and Alyssa Crittenden have been recognized for their efforts, which extend beyond the bounds of our campus.