About Us
To support, acknowledge, and reward academic excellence within the Department of Anthropology at the University of Pittsburgh. Lambda Alpha supports scholarship and research by honoring achievements in the discipline among students engaged in the study of anthropology. Through membership in the society, the National Lambda Alpha organization recognizes this performance and allows students to apply for annual scholarships, research grants, and student paper prizes. This sector of Lambda Alpha at the university seeks to connect students with these resources and similarly promote the study of anthropology.
