Forensic anthropologist explains complexity and ethics of human remains 
Colloquium speaker discusses cultural differences in memory and relationship with the past 

Human remains are rarely just scientific evidence; they carry the power to shape politics, identity, prosecute and hold strong cultural memory long after a person dies. Forensic anthropologist and professor Katharine Kolpan discussed the ethical and cultural dilemmas surrounding human remains at the Renfrew […]

Professor Mark Warner brings archaeology to the people 
UI anthropology professor Dr. Mark Warner shares what inspires him, unearthing Idaho history, and why everyone should be an anthropologist

Surrounded by stacks of books, scattered papers and the chaos of everything an anthropology professor needs, you might be able to find Mark Warner in his office when he’s not […]

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UI students dig up history

Thirty miles east of Kooskia, the Clearwater National Forest of North Idaho hides a World War II internment camp where University of Idaho students and researchers spent their summer digging […]