Anthropologies of Tomorrow at Purdue

Our Anthropologies of Tomorrow (AOT) approach is grounded in academic excellence, meaningful collaboration, and broad community engagement. We foster a culture of openness, dialogue, and shared learning—supporting high-impact research and education that respond to today’s most pressing global challenges. 

With a strong public mission, Purdue Anthropology connects students, faculty, practitioners, and community partners in dynamic, real-world collaborations. Our programs provide distinctive learning experiences and innovative training that prepare students to think critically, act ethically, and contribute effectively across a wide range of professions. 

Purdue and the College of Liberal Arts continue to grow in enrollment, faculty excellence, and national reputation—earning recognition for innovation in affordability, curriculum, student life, technology, and facilities. 

Nominations are open for Anthropology Annual Teaching and Mentoring Awards

Have you had a great teacher or mentor in an anthropology course at the graduate or undergraduate level? Let us know! Nominations are open for the department’s annual teaching and mentoring awards, and we are interested in student input, especially from majors AND minors!

https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5a6LPHwHqScCXQ

The process is simple, quick, and confidential!

Nominations close on November 21, 2025.

Questions? Ask your instructor, the Director of Undergraduate Studies (Prof. Stacy Lindshield, slindshi@purdue.edu) or the Director of Graduate Studies (Prof. Andrew Flachs, aflachs@purdue.edu).