Welcome to my Web site
I am Deborah Akers, Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Miami University . This homepage is designed to provide information about the courses I am teaching as well as give an idea about my background and interests. It is intended for students who are taking my classes or visitors who want to learn more about a Miami anthropology faculty member.
Feel free to explore each of the links. The biography link gives background information concerning my professional life as well as my personal interests. The grants link lists the grants I have received in order to further my research. The publications link highlights of my published works along with excerpts and links to websites where they may be purchased. The syllabi link shows syllabi for classes I have taught or I am presently teaching at Miami University. The fieldschools link makes available pictures and details of the student field schools I have conducted over the years. The Curriculum Vita link provides details concerning my professional career, highlighting both my teaching and research experience. You can also read more on my Wikipedia page. Please feel free to contact me at akersds@muohio.edu.
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Deborah