The Anthropology Graduate's Guide: From Student to a Career

by Carol J. Ellick, Joe E. Watkins

Mom will ask, “What can you do with a degree in anthropology?” If you want the answer, then you need this book. Applied anthropologists Carol Ellick and Joe Watkins present a set of practical steps that will assist you through the transition from your career as a student into a career in a wide range of professions that an anthropology degree can be used. The stories, scenarios, and activities presented in this book are intended to assist you in learning how to plan for the next five years, write your letter of introduction, construct your resume, and best present the knowledge, skills, and abilities learned in class to prospective employers. Ellick and Watkins’ step-by-step approach helps you create a portfolio that you will use time and time again as you build your career.

Genres: Anthropology, Textbooks, Nonfiction

269 pages, Paperback

First published December 15, 2010

Reviews

[S Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a graduate student in anthropology I thought this was a very practical and truthful guide for both undergraduate and graduate students. The authors give information on how and why students should choose anthropology, how they can be successful in school, and how to get jobs with any degree in it. The book is set up for use in a classroom and the "homework" assignments can be a bit annoying but the rest of the book has very helpful tips.

[Mills College Library]

301.023 E461 2011