Why Study Applied Anthropology at Grand Valley?

• Anthropology is a growing field, with increasing numbers of organizations seeking employees with ethnographic training.
• Anthropology uses data-based ideas and theories to solve real-world problems.
• Skills gained through applied anthropology are important in government, business, and non-governmental organizations.
• Anthropology plays a crucial role in human-centered design approaches.
• Humanitarian and health crises efforts worldwide have been improved by those trained in anthropology.
• Students who complete the certificate gain solid skills and experience useful in careers and/or graduate school.