Anthrozoology Applied Minor (AM)
Anthrozoology, the study of human-animal interactions, is a growing, interdisciplinary field. It covers a wide range of research topics, such as attitudes toward animals, the “human-animal” divide, animal behaviors/cognitions/abilities, wild-animal management/conservation, the roles/uses of animals within cultural contexts, and more.
Given the integrated and overlapping ways in which humans and non-human animals engage with each other in the world, the anthrozoology applied minor is a wonderful, additional credential if you have interests in this area. However, it is especially beneficial if you’re considering careers in veterinary medicine, animal-assisted therapy, farming or conservation.
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Frequently asked questions
This applied minor (AM) includes courses from the humanities, natural sciences and social sciences and includes co-curricular opportunities in a variety of fields and organizations.
Applied minors (AMs) are distinctive programs allowing you to personalize your education and to help you make direct connections between academic interests and co-curricular activities.
Our faculty
Faculty in this applied minor are passionate about animals and many of them do research about animals or human-animal interactions. If you have questions about this applied minor, contact Maggie Thomas.
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