The University of South Alabama Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work offers a variety of academic programs that prepare students for jobs in many professional settings. Undergraduate students can pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology or Bachelor of Social Work. Graduate students can pursue a Certificate in Gerontology. Faculty members also teach courses in several associated interdisciplinary minors, including forensic science, gerontology, museum studies and Native American studies.
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The USA Archaeology Museum showcases artifacts from the Gulf Coast and covers over 12,000 years of prehistory and history.
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The Center for Archaeological Studies conducts archaeological research, teaching, and public service in the north-central Gulf Coast region.
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The Center for Generational Studies is a research center of the University of South Alabama that was founded in 2011 through a partnership with Via Health Fitness and Enrichment Center.