Support Anthropology

Thank you for your interest in supporting the Department of Anthropology at the University of Delaware. Your gifts support faculty and student research and help us to create opportunities for student activities and faculty/student interactions that foster our community.

Juan A. Villamarin Award for Opportunity and Excellence 

   This memorial award provides recognition for excellence and financial aid for students from underrepresented groups.         

    Juan A. Villamarin, Professor, and for many years Chair of the Department of Anthropology, chose to work with students who were underrepresented in undergraduate education. He formed close relationships with generations of students who called him "Papa Juan." He had deep empathy for students, especially those who were new to the academic environment, and he worked diligently to help them succeed at the University of Delaware. 

Peter M. Weil Travel Award

    This fund was established to support undergraduate students' travel for independent anthropological research across the United States and around the world.

     Peter M. Weil, Professor Emeritus, was instrumental in establishing the Department of Anthropology at the University of Delaware. While teaching at UD, he mentored undergraduate students on research training projects, senior theses, and independent study projects.

How to Give

• Donate a gift online by using our on-line giving form.
• Send a check to the Office of Annual Giving, 83 E. Main St., Newark, DE 19716. Be sure to note "Department of Anthropology" in the note section of your check to ensure your gift is designated correctly. 
• Give over the phone by calling 866-535-4504. 

Many companies match gifts of their employees. This is a great way to double or even triple your gift. Check with your company's Human Resources Department, or search UD's Matching Gifts​ database.​