Truman Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice Studies

05/15/2026

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Neanderthals used rock drills to treat an infected tooth, according to a study that pushes back the earliest known evidence of dentistry by more than 40,000 years.

04/22/2026

Be sure to stop by the SOAN/CJS end of year celebration! You won't want to miss the ceremonial transfer of the special archaeological hand-axes, as our beloved Dr. Johnson retires.

11/28/2025

Native American Heritage Day is the Friday after Thanksgiving. An observance to recognize the cultural contributions of Native Americans and to inform the public about their histories and challenges. Designated by Congress in 2008 as part of National American Indian Heritage Month.

11/22/2025

Way to go!
Mathes' summer research experience combined perfectly with her fields of study and should have her positioned for success in law school and beyond – all because she followed up on a Brightspace posting.

10/30/2025

Join the anthropology club for a spooktacular movie night! Will begin around 6pm, in Violette Hall, room 1332. Can't wait to see you there! 🎃👻

10/24/2025

Anthropology club takeover! We are a super fun and small university-based club that meets in Violette hall, room 1332, every Thursday at 6pm. We do loads of things, have a good time, and build a sense of community on campus. Can't wait to see you there!

10/23/2025

SOAN 452, Chile, taught by Dr. Daughters. Another new SOAN topics course; don't miss it!

10/23/2025

SOAN 452, food and culture, being taught by Dr. Johnson. Don't miss this awesome SOAN topics course!

10/16/2025

Don't miss out on this super cool course next semester(spring '26). Registration opened today, and by October 29th, all students will have open access. Go Dawgs!

10/16/2025

Registration for next semester will start today at 7am!
Making sure when you are able to register from Truman website!