Dennis H. O'Rourke

Dennis H. O'Rourke
  • Foundaton Professor
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences Anthropology
  • College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
  • Ph.D., University of Kansas, 1980
  • Spring 2025 Office Hours: Thursdays 1-2:30pm in 635 Fraser; or by appointment - send email to orourke@ku.edu

Contact Info

Office Phone:
785-864-2642
ANTH Office Phone:
785-864-4103
ANTH Fax #:
785-864-5224
Fraser Hall, room 635
1415 Jayhawk Blvd.
Lawrence, KS 66045

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Research —

Research interests:

  • Genetics and Genomics
  • Ancient DNA
  • Human Genetic Variation
  • Population Genetics
  • Evolution
  • Molecular Biology
  • Migration
  • Prehistory of the Americas
  • Native American Genetic Diversity
  • Science Literacy