Records document the activities of Trent University's Department of Anthropology. Fonds consists primarily of records relating to courses, including syllabi, exams, and enrollment information. Also included are departmental meeting minutes, records relating to personnel and facilities, correspondence of the chair , conference files, and information relating to field work in various locations. Fonds is organized into four series: Governance and administration; Correspondence, conferences, and organizations; Courses programs, and field trips; and Anthropology Club.