Department of Anthropology - Ateneo de Davao University

13/08/2026

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | On August 12, 2026, the Department of Anthropology hosted a cultural conversation featuring keynote speaker 𝑫𝒓. 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒙𝒊𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒋𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒆 𝑻𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒕 from Sabah, Malaysia.

Dr. Tangit's valuable expertise sparked insightful reflections and engaging discussions among students, faculty members, and NGO representatives on fluid identities and state capture or legitimization of citizens using various approaches.

10/08/2026

The Department of Anthropology invites you!

Join us in a cultural conversation led by Dr. Trixie Marjorie Tangit with the topic on FLUID REALITIES, FIXED LINES: Rethinking Identity Across the Sulu Seas to the Bornean Borderlands.

📅 Date: August 12, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Room C401

Learn and unlearn identities and don't miss out on this insightful conversation on identity, borders and belonging. See you there!

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

31/03/2026

Congratulations to our alumna, Gwyneth Marie Vasquez!

Gwen has received PhD offers from both the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and the University of Cambridge.

Beyond these prestigious admits, she has been awarded:
• The LSE PhD Studentship: Covering full tuition and a living allowance for 4 years.
• The William Wyse Studentship in Social Anthropology (Cambridge): A highly competitive award covering overseas tuition, accommodation, living expenses, visa costs, and health surcharges.

We can’t wait to see which university you choose, Gwen!

30/03/2026

Congratulations to our Ateneo de Davao University faculty, Amiel Lopez, for winning 2ND PLACE in the Philippine Social Science Council Loretta Makasiar Sicat Prize for the Social Sciences! 🥂

16/12/2025

LOOK: Our long-time community partner, the Malita Tagakaulo Mission (MATAMIS), recently graced the department with Christmas carolling.

The proceeds from this initiative will support their Indigenous Peoples Education Program (IPEd) in the Lebleb and Kyasan communities of Malita, Davao Occidental.

16/12/2025

IN PHOTOS | The Department of Anthropology hosted Pasko sa Anthro 2025 on December 13 with a merry high note. 🎄☃️

Jingling all the way into a festive lunch and thrilling activities—students, alumni, faculty, staff, agency personnel, and office neighbours gathered to share this seasonal cheer.

Happy holidays, everyone!

25/11/2025

The Department of Anthropology - Ateneo de Davao University proudly congratulates its Batch 2025 alumnus, Khalil Baganian, for bagging 2nd place - Best Research Paper (Professional Category) at the Ministry of Social Services and Development's Social Welfare Annual Research Advancement Conference 2025.

He presented his paper titled "Making Home in the 'Safest City': Mapping In/security Among Conflict-Displaced Bajau in Davao City."

25/11/2025