WAO Humanities
Welcome to the Humanities Track of the World Academic Olympics (WAO)!
This track is designed for high school students who have a keen interest in exploring the diverse fields within the humanities. The Humanities Track covers a broad spectrum of disciplines that delve into human society, culture, and thought. It aims to cultivate a deep understanding of historical contexts, literary expressions, psychological phenomena, linguistic structures, anthropological insights, and sociological frameworks.
his track highlights the significance of the humanities in shaping our worldviews, informing our values, and contributing to the development of a thoughtful and informed society.
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Explore the WAO Humanities events by clusters:
Anthropology Events
Anthropology of Food
Examines the cultural significance of food and eating practices.
2025-04 (Apr)
Anthropology of Globalization
Examines the impact of globalization on cultures and societies.
2025-05 (May)
Anthropology of Religion
Studies religious beliefs and practices from an anthropological perspective.
2025-02 (Feb)
Applied Anthropology
Focuses on the practical applications of anthropological knowledge.
2025-02 (Feb)
Archaeology
Studies past human societies through their material remains.
2024-11 (Nov)
Cultural Anthropology
Studies the cultural aspects of human societies.
2024-10 (Oct)
Economic Anthropology
Examines the economic systems and practices of different cultures.
2025-01 (Jan)
Environmental Anthropology
Studies the interactions between humans and their environments.
2024-12 (Dec)
Ethnographic Methods
Focuses on the methods of conducting ethnographic research.
2024-12 (Dec)
Gender and Anthropology
Studies the role of gender in different cultures.
2025-03 (Mar)
Introduction to Anthropology
Provides an overview of the field of anthropology and its subfields.
2024-09 (Sept)
Kinship and Family
Studies the social and cultural aspects of kinship and family structures.
2025-04 (Apr)
Legal Anthropology
Studies the relationship between law and culture.
2025-03 (Mar)
Linguistic Anthropology
Examines the relationship between language and culture.
2024-11 (Nov)
Medical Anthropology
Examines the cultural and social aspects of health, illness, and medicine.
2024-12 (Dec)
Physical Anthropology
Examines the biological and physical aspects of humans and their ancestors.
2024-10 (Oct)
Political Anthropology
Studies the political structures and practices of different societies.
2025-01 (Jan)
Psychological Anthropology
Examines the intersection of psychology and anthropology.
2025-03 (Mar)
Urban Anthropology
Examines the social and cultural aspects of urban life.
2025-01 (Jan)
Visual Anthropology
Examines the use of visual media in the study and representation of cultures.
2025-02 (Feb)
History Events
African-American History
Studies the history and contributions of African-Americans from slavery to the present.
2025-02 (Feb)
Ancient History
Studies the history of ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
2024-09 (Sept)
Asian History
Covers the history of Asian countries, focusing on major dynasties, cultural achievements, and modern transformations.
2025-04 (Apr)
Cultural History
Examines the cultural practices, beliefs, and values of different societies throughout history.
2025-03 (Mar)
Early Modern Europe
Studies the period from the late 15th century to the late 18th century, including the Enlightenment and the Age of Exploration.
2024-11 (Nov)
Environmental History
Explores the interactions between humans and the environment throughout history.
2024-12 (Dec)
Gender in History
Studies the role and representation of gender throughout history.
2024-12 (Dec)
Global History
Studies historical developments from a global perspective, emphasizing cross-cultural interactions and comparisons.
2025-05 (May)
History of Art
Explores the history of art and artistic movements from ancient times to the present.
2025-02 (Feb)
History of Medicine and Public Health
Examines the development of medical practices and public health initiatives throughout history.
2025-04 (Apr)
History of Religion
Studies the history of major world religions and their impact on societies.
2025-04 (Apr)
History of Science and Technology
Examines the development of science and technology and their impact on society.
2024-11 (Nov)
History of the United States
Provides an overview of U.S. history from the colonial period to the present.
2025-01 (Jan)
Intellectual History
Examines the history of ideas and intellectual movements.
2025-06 (Jun)
Introduction to World History
Provides an overview of major historical events and developments from prehistory to the present.
2024-08 (Aug)
Latin American History
Examines the history of Latin America, including pre-Columbian civilizations, colonialism, and modern developments.
2025-03 (Mar)
Medieval History
Examines the history of the medieval period, including feudalism, the Crusades, and the rise of nation-states.
2025-04 (Apr)
Middle Eastern History
Studies the history of the Middle East, including the rise of Islam, the Ottoman Empire, and contemporary issues.
2024-10 (Oct)
Military History
Focuses on the history of warfare, military strategies, and the impact of conflicts on societies.
2025-01 (Jan)
Modern European History
Examines European history from the French Revolution to the present, covering major political, social, and economic developments.
2024-12 (Dec)
Renaissance and Reformation
Focuses on the cultural, intellectual, and religious transformations in Europe during the Renaissance and Reformation.
2024-11 (Nov)
Linguistics Events
Applied Linguistics
Focuses on the practical applications of linguistic theory.
2025-02 (Feb)
Computational Linguistics
Applies computational techniques to the study of language.
2025-01 (Jan)
Corpus Linguistics
Uses large collections of texts to study linguistic phenomena.
2025-05 (May)
Dialectology
Studies regional and social variations in language.
2025-04 (Apr)
Discourse Analysis
Examines how language is used in texts and contexts.
2025-02 (Feb)
Forensic Linguistics
Applies linguistic analysis to legal issues and cases.
2025-06 (Jun)
Historical Linguistics
Examines the history and evolution of languages.
2024-12 (Dec)
Introduction to Linguistics
Provides an overview of the scientific study of language.
2024-08 (Aug)
Language Acquisition
Examines how people acquire language, both first and second languages.
2025-01 (Jan)
Language Typology
Examines the classification of languages based on their structural features.
2025-03 (Mar)
Language and Culture
Examines the relationship between language and culture.
2025-02 (Feb)
Language and Gender
Examines how language reflects and constructs gender identities.
2025-04 (Apr)
Morphology
Studies the structure and formation of words.
2024-10 (Oct)
Phonetics and Phonology
Examines the sounds of human speech and their patterns.
2024-09 (Sept)
Phonological Theory
Studies theoretical approaches to the sounds of language.
2025-03 (Mar)
Pragmatics
Studies how context influences the interpretation of meaning.
2025-01 (Jan)
Psycholinguistics
Studies the psychological processes involved in language use.
2024-12 (Dec)
Semantics
Studies the meaning of words and sentences.
2024-11 (Nov)
Sociolinguistics
Examines the relationship between language and society.
2024-12 (Dec)
Syntax
Examines the rules and principles that govern the structure of sentences.
2024-11 (Nov)
Literature Events
African-American Literature
Studies the contributions and themes of African-American writers from slavery to the present.
2025-01 (Jan)
American Literature
Examines key texts and authors in American literature from the colonial period to contemporary times.
2024-10 (Oct)
British Literature
Studies major works and authors in British literature from the Middle Ages to the present.
2024-09 (Sept)
Children's Literature
Studies the history, themes, and impact of literature written for children.
2025-02 (Feb)
Contemporary Literature
Examines recent literary works and trends from the late 20th century to the present.
2024-12 (Dec)
Drama
Studies the history and development of dramatic literature and performance.
2025-04 (Apr)
Feminist Literature
Examines literary works through the lens of feminist theory and criticism.
2025-01 (Jan)
Folklore and Mythology
Examines traditional stories, myths, and folklore from various cultures.
2025-06 (Jun)e
Gothic Literature
Explores the themes, motifs, and historical context of Gothic literature.
2025-02 (Feb)
Introduction to Literature
Provides an overview of literary genres, periods, and major works from around the world.
2024-08 (Aug)
Literary Theory and Criticism
Focuses on the major theoretical approaches to literature and methods of literary analysis.
2025-03 (Mar)
Literature and Film
Explores the relationship between literature and film, including adaptations and cinematic techniques.
2025-05 (May)
Modernist Literature
Studies the Modernist movement in literature, highlighting experimental forms and themes.
2024-12 (Dec)
Poetry
Examines the forms, themes, and techniques of poetry from various periods and cultures.
2025-04 (Apr)
Postcolonial Literature
Focuses on literature from postcolonial contexts, exploring themes of identity, resistance, and cultural hybridity.
2025-01 (Jan)
Romantic Literature
Studies the literary movement of Romanticism, emphasizing its themes, authors, and historical context.
2024-11 (Nov)
Shakespeare
Focuses on the works of William Shakespeare, including his plays and sonnets.
2024-11 (Nov)
Victorian Literature
Examines the literature of the Victorian era, focusing on major authors and social issues.
2024-12 (Dec)
World Literature
Explores significant literary works from diverse cultures and languages.
2024-11 (Nov)
Psychology Events
Abnormal Psychology
Studies the nature, causes, and treatment of psychological disorders.
2024-11 (Nov)
Biological Psychology
Examines the biological bases of behavior, including neuroscience and genetics.
2024-09 (Sept)
Clinical Psychology
Focuses on the assessment and treatment of mental health issues.
2025-01 (Jan)
Cognitive Psychology
Studies mental processes such as perception, memory, and decision-making.
2024-10 (Oct)
Counseling Psychology
Examines the principles and practices of counseling.
2025-01 (Jan)
Cultural Psychology
Examines how culture influences psychological processes.
2025-04 (Apr)
Developmental Psychology
Focuses on the psychological changes that occur throughout the lifespan.
2024-11 (Nov)
Educational Psychology
Studies the psychological aspects of teaching and learning.
2025-01 (Jan)
Evolutionary Psychology
Studies how evolutionary principles shape behavior and mental processes.
2025-03 (Mar)
Experimental Psychology
Focuses on the methods and techniques of psychological research.
2025-03 (Mar)
Forensic Psychology
Studies the application of psychology to legal issues and the criminal justice system.
2025-02 (Feb)
Health Psychology
Examines how psychological factors influence health and illness.
2024-12 (Dec)
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Focuses on the application of psychological principles to the workplace.
2024-12 (Dec)
Introduction to Psychology
Provides an overview of the major concepts, theories, and research in psychology.
2024-08 (Aug)
Neuropsychology
Examines the relationship between brain function and behavior.
2025-02 (Feb)
Personality Psychology
Examines individual differences in behavior, emotion, and thought.
2024-12 (Dec)
Positive Psychology
Focuses on the study of positive emotions, strengths, and well-being.
2025-02 (Feb)
Psychopathology
Studies the scientific study of psychological disorders.
2025-04 (Apr)
Social Psychology
Examines how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by social contexts.
2024-11 (Nov)
Sociology Events
Criminology
Studies the social aspects of crime and the criminal justice system.
2025-01 (Jan)
Economic Sociology
Studies the social aspects of economic activities.
2025-04 (Apr)
Environmental Sociology
Studies the interactions between society and the environment.
2025-02 (Feb)
Introduction to Sociology
Provides an overview of the field of sociology and its key concepts.
2024-09 (Sept)
Political Sociology
Examines the social aspects of political structures and processes.
2025-03 (Mar)
Social Movements
Examines the origins, dynamics, and impacts of social movements.
2025-01 (Jan)
Social Research Methods
Focuses on the methods of conducting sociological research.
2024-11 (Nov)
Social Theory
Studies the major theoretical perspectives in sociology.
2024-10 (Oct)
Sociology of Aging
Studies the social aspects of aging and the elderly.
2025-03 (Mar)
Sociology of Culture
Examines the social aspects of cultural practices and beliefs.
2025-04 (Apr)
Sociology of Deviance
Studies behaviors and conditions that violate social norms.
2025-02 (Feb)
Sociology of Education
Studies the social aspects of education systems.
2024-12 (Dec)
Sociology of Family
Examines the social structures and dynamics of families.
2024-11 (Nov)
Sociology of Gender
Studies the social construction and implications of gender.
2024-12 (Dec)
Sociology of Globalization
Studies the social implications of globalization.
2025-06 (Jun)
Sociology of Health and Illness
Examines the social factors influencing health and illness.
2025-01 (Jan)
Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
Examines the social dynamics and issues related to race and ethnicity.
2024-12 (Dec)
Sociology of Religion
Examines the social aspects of religious beliefs and practices.
2025-02 (Feb)
Sociology of Work
Examines the social aspects of work and labor markets.
2025-03 (Mar)
Urban Sociology
Examines the social structures and issues in urban areas.