BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
DEPARTMENT OF Anthropology and Sociology
2026 Archaeological Field School
Summer of Discovery
This summer, Purdue University Fort Wayne is offering a six-week-long archaeological field school in May and June 2026. Students will participate in archaeological field investigations in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana. Students will learn a wide variety of archaeological methods and techniques including surface surveying, field documentation and mapping, excavation, artifact recovery, and geophysical surveying. Most days will be spent in the field with a handful of days spent on the PFW campus for lectures and laboratory processing of artifacts.
Take a break from your books.
Studying and taking tests is important, but so is going beyond the classroom to maximize your college experience. Check out the options you have to make the most of your time at Purdue Fort Wayne.
Student Organizations
Alpha Kappa Delta International Sociology Honor Society
To investigate humanity for the purpose of service.
Anthropology Club
Enjoy lunch and listen to a lecture.
Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society
Acknowledging and rewarding academic excellence.
Sociology Student Association
Support and camaraderie.
Study Abroad
Let the world be your classroom.
Your college experience is special—and uniquely yours. Imagine enhancing it by taking your studies overseas. Living and learning in a different country will foster both your independence and your personal development. Through this experience, and the knowledge you’ll gain living like a local, you’ll emerge with a new perspective.
Jobs and Internships
Opportunities for experience—and some extra spending cash.
Whether you’re looking for a part-time job on campus or a full-time job after graduation, we have lots of options.
Internships come in two flavors: paid and unpaid. Check out what’s available now and look back often for more opportunities.