Claudine Cassar began her professional journey in business, earning a BSc in Business and Computing from the University of Malta, followed by an MSc in International Marketing from the University of Strathclyde and an MPhil in Innovation from Maastricht Business School. At the age of 23, she founded her first company, which she successfully sold to Deloitte 17 years later.
At 45, Claudine made a bold career shift, returning to university to pursue a degree in Anthropology. Three years later, she graduated with a BA (Hons) in Anthropological Sciences from the University of Malta.
In 2022, she published her debut book, “The Battle for Sicily’s Soul“, which describes the history of the Sicilian Mafia from its beginnings in the 1800s to the present day and provides an in-depth look at the impact that Cosa Nostra has had on the Sicily’s culture and society.
Articles by Claudine Cassar
Jane Goodall – A Pioneering Primatologist
When she was a child, Jane’s father gave her a stuffed chimpanzee called Jubilee, which sparked her lifelong fascination of these primates. When she was ten years old, she read a book about Tarzan, which further fuelled her desire to one day live in Africa and work with animals.
Acculturation – A Process of Cultural Change and adaptation
Acculturation is a process by which individuals or groups adapt to a new culture or environment. It involves learning and adopting new behaviors, customs, and values while also retaining aspects of one’s original culture.
Adaptive Strategy – How Communities Thrive in Changing Environments
An adaptive strategy is a dynamic approach that allows communities to respond to changing circumstances in their environment.
Understanding Action Theory – A Guide to How Humans Interact with Their Environment
Action theory provides a valuable framework for understanding how humans interact with their environment and make decisions about environmental issues.
The Legacy of Colonialism – Unequal Power Structures and Lingering Trauma
Colonialism, the practice of acquiring and maintaining control over another country or territory, has had a profound impact on our world.
Anthropology of the Body – The Study of how the Human Body is shaped by the Environment and Culture
Anthropology of the Body examines the ways in which the body is used to create & maintain social relationships, express identity and cul
The Life and Legacy of Margaret Mead – Pioneering Anthropologist
Margaret Mead made many significant contributions to the field of anthropology. She was the first anthropologist to study Samoan culture, and she also did ground-breaking work on adolescence.
Mummification – Why did the Ancient Egyptians embalm their dead?
Mummification was a complicated process that involved removing the internal organs, treating the body with natron and wrapping it in linen.
Ruth Benedict – The Anthropologist who Believed that Cultures have Personalities
Ruth Benedict developed the theory that each society has a distinct personality as a result of the unique experiences and challenges confronted by that culture.
Franz Boas – The Father of American Anthropology
Franz Boas helped to establish anthropology as a legitimate academic discipline. He was the first person to teach an anthropology course in the United States, and he also published many influential books and articles on the subject.
