Michigan State University Department of Anthropology
@msuanthropology.bsky.social
Thank you MSU Police for inviting Associate Professor Dr. Joe Hefner to speak at the Detective Bureau meeting!
Hefner, a forensic anthropologist, shared how his work with MSU’s Department of Anthropology and Forensic Anthropology Lab (MSUFAL) can assist and strengthen local investigations.
Hefner, a forensic anthropologist, shared how his work with MSU’s Department of Anthropology and Forensic Anthropology Lab (MSUFAL) can assist and strengthen local investigations.
November 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Thank you MSU Police for inviting Associate Professor Dr. Joe Hefner to speak at the Detective Bureau meeting!
Hefner, a forensic anthropologist, shared how his work with MSU’s Department of Anthropology and Forensic Anthropology Lab (MSUFAL) can assist and strengthen local investigations.
Hefner, a forensic anthropologist, shared how his work with MSU’s Department of Anthropology and Forensic Anthropology Lab (MSUFAL) can assist and strengthen local investigations.
Graduate Student Association Annual Chili Cookoff was a blast! 🌶️
Thank you to everyone who came out, voted, and cooked up amazing chili and cornbread!
🏆 Chili Winner: Hot Stuff Comin’ Through
🏆 Cornbread Winner: Kernal Panic
#ChiliCookoff #CornbreadChallenge #GradLife
Thank you to everyone who came out, voted, and cooked up amazing chili and cornbread!
🏆 Chili Winner: Hot Stuff Comin’ Through
🏆 Cornbread Winner: Kernal Panic
#ChiliCookoff #CornbreadChallenge #GradLife
November 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Graduate Student Association Annual Chili Cookoff was a blast! 🌶️
Thank you to everyone who came out, voted, and cooked up amazing chili and cornbread!
🏆 Chili Winner: Hot Stuff Comin’ Through
🏆 Cornbread Winner: Kernal Panic
#ChiliCookoff #CornbreadChallenge #GradLife
Thank you to everyone who came out, voted, and cooked up amazing chili and cornbread!
🏆 Chili Winner: Hot Stuff Comin’ Through
🏆 Cornbread Winner: Kernal Panic
#ChiliCookoff #CornbreadChallenge #GradLife
What can ancient Indigenous cuisines teach us about culture & community? A new volume of essays explores how food shaped social life in the ancient Midcontinent. 📚 Learn more: spr.ly/633227pfEn
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
What can ancient Indigenous cuisines teach us about culture & community? A new volume of essays explores how food shaped social life in the ancient Midcontinent. 📚 Learn more: spr.ly/633227pfEn
👏 Congrats to Gungun Islam on receiving the Dr. Delia Koo Global Student Scholarship!
Her research in West Bengal, India, explores how infertility care is shaped by social, political & economic inequities. spr.ly/633237Ppdh
#GlobalHealth
Her research in West Bengal, India, explores how infertility care is shaped by social, political & economic inequities. spr.ly/633237Ppdh
#GlobalHealth
November 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
👏 Congrats to Gungun Islam on receiving the Dr. Delia Koo Global Student Scholarship!
Her research in West Bengal, India, explores how infertility care is shaped by social, political & economic inequities. spr.ly/633237Ppdh
#GlobalHealth
Her research in West Bengal, India, explores how infertility care is shaped by social, political & economic inequities. spr.ly/633237Ppdh
#GlobalHealth
Meet Kiana Sakimehr, recent Ph.D graduate whose dissertation centered on the emotional realities of Afghan refugee resettlement in Michigan.
Her work reminds us that migration is not just political—it’s deeply personal.
📖 Full story: spr.ly/633277z2oJ
Her work reminds us that migration is not just political—it’s deeply personal.
📖 Full story: spr.ly/633277z2oJ
November 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Meet Kiana Sakimehr, recent Ph.D graduate whose dissertation centered on the emotional realities of Afghan refugee resettlement in Michigan.
Her work reminds us that migration is not just political—it’s deeply personal.
📖 Full story: spr.ly/633277z2oJ
Her work reminds us that migration is not just political—it’s deeply personal.
📖 Full story: spr.ly/633277z2oJ
Language can fuel conflict—or heal it.
Indonesian youth in Ambon are using art, music & literature to counter disinformation and build peace.
Read more: spr.ly/633227Em8C
#Peacebuilding #ArtsForChange
Indonesian youth in Ambon are using art, music & literature to counter disinformation and build peace.
Read more: spr.ly/633227Em8C
#Peacebuilding #ArtsForChange
October 29, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Language can fuel conflict—or heal it.
Indonesian youth in Ambon are using art, music & literature to counter disinformation and build peace.
Read more: spr.ly/633227Em8C
#Peacebuilding #ArtsForChange
Indonesian youth in Ambon are using art, music & literature to counter disinformation and build peace.
Read more: spr.ly/633227Em8C
#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!
October 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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
October 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📝 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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October 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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
This year’s theme: UNEARTHED™ — digging into the past to build a better future.
#FIRSTLEGOLeague #STEM #Unearthed #Outreach
October 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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
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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September 24, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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
“I love seeing students respectfully learning from Indigenous peoples’ experiences, strengths, and insights,” she said. spr.ly/63320ApIfA
September 19, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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
“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
Her passion for human history, culture, and art shines through in her work. Check out her story. spr.ly/63322AMYL8
September 12, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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
Her passion for human history, culture, and art shines through in her work. Check out her story. spr.ly/63322AMYL8
Week 1 in the 📚.
August 29, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Week 1 in the 📚.
Welcome home Spartans.
August 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Welcome home Spartans.
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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August 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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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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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August 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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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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
spr.ly/63325fQluP
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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August 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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.
spr.ly/63326fUmTY
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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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Her project uses #ArcGIS StoryMaps to turn Maya archaeology into an interactive experience.
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August 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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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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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July 21, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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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July 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Senior Paige Topping joined MSU students, faculty & alumni in Tuscany for the Monteverdi Field School. Read about her archaeology journey abroad! 🇮🇹 #MSUAbroad
http://spr.ly/633274aUsN
http://spr.ly/633274aUsN
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
July 7, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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
June 24, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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
June 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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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June 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM
🎓 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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