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Anthropology

Anthropology students are by and large a diverse and interesting lot with whom we love having the opportunity to work. Past and present students run the gamut from those fascinated by the mysteries of ancient civilizations, to individuals whose lives have already been powerfully transformed by experiences in other cultures, to career-oriented students who are seeking the most highly diversified yet practical major that they can find. Building on the research skills and broad knowledge base that an anthropology major provides, our have moved into many exciting and rewarding careers both inside and outside of the field.

Department Majors
Each year, there are approximately 15-25 students who major in anthropology or anthropology/sociology. Hobart and William Smith anthropology majors often put their course work into action while they are still at HWS through independent research, participation in community service and service learning, and internships.

Hobart and William Smith anthropology and anthropology/sociology majors are doing countless wonderful things after their four years at HWS! The following is a list of some places where you'll find graduates from the department:

• Vice President, Pre-Columbian Department, Sotheby's, New York, N.Y.
• Assistant Managing Editor, International Bureau, St. Petersburg Times, St. Petersburg, Fl.
• Tropical Forest Consultant, Self Employed, Dobbs Ferry, N.Y.
• Director of Freshman/Sophomore Programs, Randolph Macon College, Lynchburg, Va.
• Vice President, Quantitative Software Management, McLean, Va.
• Personnel Officer, Intel Corporation, Penang, Malaysia
• Vice President, International Equities, Kemper Securities, Boston, Mass.
• Coordinator of Loyalty Services, Lufthansa German Airlines, E. Meadow, N.Y.
• Director, Global Microbiology, Bausch and Lomb, Rochester, N.Y.
• Creative Services Manager, KNDD FM, Seattle, Wash.
• The University of Chicago Graduate School
• The University of California Graduate School
• The Johns Hopkins University Graduate School

Sociology

Whether studying Marxist theory, symbolic interactionism, or the sociology of Hobart and William Smith sociology students are excited, active, engaged, and involved. Many study abroad throughout the world as well as do their own research through methods classes and senior seminars. HWS sociology majors are student leaders, student athletes, members of the education program, honors students, and Phi Beta Kappa members.

The Students
Each year, there are approximately 15-25 students who major in sociology. Hobart and William Smith sociology majors often put their course work into action while they are still at HWS through independent research, participation in community service and service learning, and internships.

Hobart and William Smith sociology majors are going places! Next year, you'll find this year's seniors throughout the country using their sociological education in countless ways including grad school, teaching through Teach for America, working for non-profit organizations, doing social work, and in business management. Other professions of recent graduates from the department include:

Human Services Health Care Professions Administration and Management Social Work Counseling Community Organization Criminal Justice Child Care Business Management Government Administration Banking and Financial Services

Educational Administration Urban Planning Attorney Primary & Secondary School Teacher Minister, Priest, Rabbi Accountant Consultant Professor Marketing and Research Business/Financial Elected Government Education Public Interest Work

For more information on careers please visit these links:

American Sociology Association (ASA) - Student Site

American Sociology Association-Careers In Sociology (ASA)

For more information on careers from HWS Career Services please visit the Web page called:
What Can I Do With This Major?

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Department Of Anthropology & Sociology Hobart and William Smith Colleges Pulteney Street Geneva, NY 14456 phone:(315) 781-3420 fax: (315 781-3422 Department Chair Jack D. Harris, Professor of Sociology, ext. 3439, 215 Stern Hall Dept. Secretary: Jean Salone (315) 781- 3420 Fax: (315) 781-3422