Laura Standel

Laura Standel

Masters Student, George Washington University | Society for Cultural Anthropology | Member Since 2025

My Biography

What first sparked your interest in anthropology?

A good friend studied Anthropology in college and it wasn’t until I hear home describe what he was studying that I realized that Anthropology is what I wanted to study this whole time, I just didn’t think it existed.

What did you intend to do as a career after pursuing an education in anthropology?

I want to work in language and culture preservation, either in a government occupation, non-profit, or a museum setting.

How do you utilize anthropological skills in your current position?

I work part time as a social media manager for the National Museum of Language. Every month I get to research a language to write about for our blog.

Why did you become a AAA member and how has it enhanced your professional development?

I became a member to help catch me up in modern research of the field as I started my Masters since my undergrad degree is English Writing.

What tips do you have for the next generation of student anthropologists

Keep asking questions.

"Keep asking questions."