Undergraduate FAQs
We have compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions concerning our undergraduate program.
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Major and minor requirements: Where can I find information about the Anthropology major and minor (including which courses are required)?
There are three best practices for finding information on the Anthropology major and minor:
- The UIC College of Liberal Arts and Sciencessection of the Undergraduate Catalog The Undergraduate Catalog.
- Your Degree Audit, located through the uAchieve link via my.uic.edu.
- The Academic Advisor for Anthropology is Kate Solberg. Appointments can be made via student.las.uic.edu, and her office is located on the 8thfloor of University Hall.
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Course substitutions and transfer credit: Who can I talk to about substituting course requirements for the Anthropology major or changing transfer class credits in the major?
Academic Advisors help facilitate this process with the Director of Undergraduate Studies in Anthropology. Please be sure to have the supporting documentation ready (i.e. syllabus, course description) for the course you wish to transfer into the major/minor. The final decision is made by the department, not an advisor. To meet with the anthropology advisor, make an appointment via student.las.uic.edu.
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Study Abroad: Who can I talk with to see what Study Abroad courses are available, or to learn about getting off-campus course credit for my degree?
First, talk to the Study Abroad office on campus. Afterwards, work with Anthropology Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies to have ANTH courses reviewed prior to your departure.
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Research opportunities and internships: Who can I talk to about independent research opportunities, research experience, or research internships?
Talk to faculty with whom you have taken courses concerning undergraduate research opportunities. Also consult the Chancellor’s Program for Undergraduate Research, Liberal Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Initiative, Honors College, Summer Research Opportunities Program (for students from underrepresented groups), and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Internships are also available through the Sustainability Initiative at UIC.
You can also schedule an appointment with the Director of Career Development and Major Exploration, or the Assistant Director for Career Development and Internships via student.las.uic.edu. Select “Career Development/Internship Program” under Appointment Type.
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Graduation requirements: How do I know if I have enough credits in my Anthropology major to graduate?
Run your Degree Audit through the uAchieve link found at my.uic.edu to see if you have any outstanding requirements. Schedule “Grad Review” 30-minute appointments with your Anthropology Advisor and your General LAS Advisor via student.las.uic.edu. Your advisors certify your degree and are the best resource for knowing if you are missing any requirements for graduation. Graduation reviews are only administered via appointment (not during drop-ins). It is recommended all students have a Grad Review the semester PRIOR to their final semester.
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Independent Study and Honors Research: Who do I talk to about registering for independent studies and honors research courses?
Speak to the faculty member with whom you wish to work. Ask if they can mentor your study. To enroll in ANTH 490, please e-mail the Anthropology Advisor, Kate Solberg, for the necessary paper work, and schedule an appointment with Kate via student.las.uic.edu to return the paperwork and get the subsequent permission to register. For other courses, contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies.
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Course registration problems: How can I register for a course that is full or is on the schedule but closed?
Courses can fill to capacity or not be open for registration until the department assigns an instructor to the course. Wait for a possible opening in the course if a student drops it, contact the instructor the first week of class, or continue to check to see if additional seats are made available. For additional questions, contact the Anthropology Advisor, Kate Solberg.