UAEMéx celebrates 49 years of Anthropology program

The Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (UAEMéx) marked the 49th anniversary of its Social Anthropology degree during the first annual activity report of the Faculty of Anthropology's director, Luz Alejandra Barranco Vera.

University Rector Martha Patricia Zarza Delgado emphasized the faculty's role in training professionals dedicated to social welfare and cultural diversity. She noted that studying human relations and social structures helps communities build safer, more inclusive, and sustainable environments. The faculty also reported advancements in internationalization, multilingualism, and substantive equality.

During the event, several honors were presented, including the “Personas de maíz: la labor social desde la Antropología,” “Mérito Antropológico,” and “Liderazgos comunitarios” awards. Additionally, the faculty announced that it will include 12 members of the National System of Researchers (SNII) starting in January.