Earth Science & Geography

Fire Ecology, Sierra Nevada, California

Earth Science & Geography

Medieval Grain and Beer Production

Select portion of a colorful map focusing on Europe
Earth Science & Geography

Historical Cartography

Earth Science & Geography

Iron Smelting Kiln, Adirondacks, New York

Geography-Anthropology

The interdepartmental concentration in Geography-Anthropology combines courses in these two social sciences to examine the cultural, ecological, and spatial relations of diverse societies. Particular emphasis is given to the cross-cultural study of communities, regions, and their human environments from both anthropological and geographical perspectives. Students interested in both Geography and the cultural or ethnographic factors in shaping communities and practices should explore Geography-Anthropology.

Advisers: a faculty member from both Anthropology and Geography.

Courses and Requirements

Academic requirements and courses are available in the Vassar College Catalogue.

Major

Departmental Honors

  1. A minimum average GPA of 3.65 in all courses counted toward the major.
  2. Completion of an ungraded thesis with DISTINCTION.
  3. A grade of A- or higher in the Senior Seminars (GEOG 304 & ANTH 301).
  4. OR in exceptional cases, evidence of significant growth in the program.

Funding Opportunities for Geography-Anthropology Majors

Students conducting anthropology research projects, field work, or thesis projects can apply for funding here.

Students conducting research for a Geography thesis can apply for funding here.