Society for Psychological Anthropology
Welcome to the Society for Psychological Anthropology (SPA) - A subsection of the American Anthropological Association (AAA). We are a broad, multidisciplinary organization of individuals interested in cultural, psychological, and social interrelations at all levels.
Latest News from SPA
In this section you can read the latest news about our publications, funding opportunities and awards.
SPA Biennial, April 27-30, San Diego
We are looking forward to an exciting meeting in April! The meeting will have a hybrid format. Register Now!
Check back for the full conference program, coming soon.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
We are looking for student volunteers to help out during the conference (including helping to manage tech in the hybrid sessions). Student volunteers will receive a coupon code for half-price registration. If you have already registered, you may be reimbursed. If you are interested, please contact volunteer coordinator Daniel Lende: dlende@usf.edu
The Beatrice and John Whiting SPA Biennial Travel Grants
DUE MARCH 12 2023 The Society for Psychological Anthropology (SPA) announces The Beatrice and John Whiting SPA Biennial Travel Grants to facilitate participation in the SPA Biennial Meetings. The SPA Biennial Meetings represent one of the most important ways in which the SPA promotes and supports the continued growth of the field of psychological anthropology, […]
Read MoreENPA Pre-Conference Workshop for Graduate Students and Early Career Scholars
6 June 2023 The University of Oslo, Norway ENPA Biennial conference Psychology and Anthropology in a Changing World 7–9 June 2023 & ENPA Pre-Conference Workshop for Graduate Students and Early Career Scholars 6 June 2023 The University of Oslo, Norway Conference Theme: Psychology and Anthropology in a Changing World Psychology and anthropology are disciplines with […]
Read MoreJob Alert: Lecturer in Medical Anthropology
Dear SPA Colleagues and Affiliates:You may find the following message from Professor Rebecca Lester relevant: Dear Colleagues, I’m excited to announce that the Department of Anthropology at the Washington University seeks two teaching-track lecturers in Medical Anthropology. Successful candidates will have teaching interests in Medical Anthropology and/or Global Health that complement current faculty. Duties will normally include […]
Read MoreSPA Awards
2022 SPA Condon Prize Committee Announcement
The Society for Psychological Anthropology solicits entries for the Richard G. Condon Prize for the best student essay in psychological anthropology. The winner will be awarded $500 and a one year membership in the Society for Psychological Anthropology. The winning essay will be published in Ethos after working with the Editor for final preparation of the manuscript.
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2022 SPA Stirling Prize Announcement
The winner will be announced at the Spring 2023 Biennial SPA meeting and will receive a $500 cash prize. The Stirling Prize is awarded to a previously published work (this year, it will be awarded for a book) that makes an outstanding contribution to any area of psychological anthropology. Unpublished manuscripts, dissertations, and web publications are not […]
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SPA Lifetime Achievement Award 2021
Dr. Carol Worthman receives Lifetime Achievement award from the Society for Psychological Anthropology.
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ETHOS
Society for Psychological Anthropology
Welcome to the Society for Psychological Anthropology (SPA) - A subsection of the American Anthropological Association (AAA). We are a broad, multidisciplinary organization of individuals interested in cultural, psychological, and social interrelations at all levels.
Latest News from SPA
In this section you can read the latest news about our publications, funding opportunities and awards.
SPA Biennial, April 27-30, San Diego
We are looking forward to an exciting meeting in April! The meeting will have a hybrid format. Register Now!
Check back for the full conference program, coming soon.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
We are looking for student volunteers to help out during the conference (including helping to manage tech in the hybrid sessions). Student volunteers will receive a coupon code for half-price registration. If you have already registered, you may be reimbursed. If you are interested, please contact volunteer coordinator Daniel Lende: dlende@usf.edu
The Beatrice and John Whiting SPA Biennial Travel Grants
DUE MARCH 12 2023 The Society for Psychological Anthropology (SPA) announces The Beatrice and John Whiting SPA Biennial Travel Grants to facilitate participation in the SPA Biennial Meetings. The SPA Biennial Meetings represent one of the most important ways in which the SPA promotes and supports the continued growth of the field of psychological anthropology, […]
Read MoreENPA Pre-Conference Workshop for Graduate Students and Early Career Scholars
6 June 2023 The University of Oslo, Norway ENPA Biennial conference Psychology and Anthropology in a Changing World 7–9 June 2023 & ENPA Pre-Conference Workshop for Graduate Students and Early Career Scholars 6 June 2023 The University of Oslo, Norway Conference Theme: Psychology and Anthropology in a Changing World Psychology and anthropology are disciplines with […]
Read MoreJob Alert: Lecturer in Medical Anthropology
Dear SPA Colleagues and Affiliates:You may find the following message from Professor Rebecca Lester relevant: Dear Colleagues, I’m excited to announce that the Department of Anthropology at the Washington University seeks two teaching-track lecturers in Medical Anthropology. Successful candidates will have teaching interests in Medical Anthropology and/or Global Health that complement current faculty. Duties will normally include […]
Read MoreSPA Awards
2022 SPA Condon Prize Committee Announcement
The Society for Psychological Anthropology solicits entries for the Richard G. Condon Prize for the best student essay in psychological anthropology. The winner will be awarded $500 and a one year membership in the Society for Psychological Anthropology. The winning essay will be published in Ethos after working with the Editor for final preparation of the manuscript.
Read More
2022 SPA Stirling Prize Announcement
The winner will be announced at the Spring 2023 Biennial SPA meeting and will receive a $500 cash prize. The Stirling Prize is awarded to a previously published work (this year, it will be awarded for a book) that makes an outstanding contribution to any area of psychological anthropology. Unpublished manuscripts, dissertations, and web publications are not […]
Read More
SPA Lifetime Achievement Award 2021
Dr. Carol Worthman receives Lifetime Achievement award from the Society for Psychological Anthropology.
Read MorePublications
ETHOS
