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Anthropology Program: Course 21A

For information regarding Course 21A UROP Opportunities, please see the UROP Coordinator or check the UROP Project Openings page. Once you've found your UROP, follow all UROP procedures for pay or credit. For information on special funding that may pertain to your research see the Awards & Funds section of this site.

Prof. Jean Jackson, 16-241, x3-6953, jjackson@mit.edu
Psychological, social and symbolic dimensions of chronic pain; Indigenous rights movements with emphasis on South America.

Prof. Heather Paxson, 16-233, x3-6952, paxson@mit.edu
Food politics, alternative agriculture; artisanal cheesemaking; contemporary crafts; sustainable farming.

 
Prof. Susan Silbey, 16-233, x3-6952, ssilbey@mit.edu
Legal regulation of research laboratories: OSHA and EPA enforcement practices; social organization of scientific careers; women and minorities in engineering and science.

 
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UROP Contacts

UROP Coordinator:

Ms. Rosemary Hegg
16-265, x2-2837
rosieb@MIT.EDU

Anthropology Department Head:

Prof. Susan Silbey
16-233, x3-6952
ssilbey@mit.edu

UROP Payroll:

Ms. Rosemary Hegg
16-265, x2-2837
rosieb@MIT.EDU

Ms. Amberly Steward (alternate)
16-267, x3-3065
asteward@mit.edu

UROP for Credit:

P/D/F: 21A UR
Letter Grade: 21A URG