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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course surveys anthropological approaches to the study of language, emphasizing the relationship between language and world-view, and the social uses of speech. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the theories and methods cultural anthropologists use to understand and study health, illness, health care, and health-seeking behavior from a cross-cultural perspective. (Fall, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None Equivalent Course(s): ANTH 6070, INDS 6070
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides an introduction to the environmental, social, and economic factors of global health problems (and solutions). We will explore the Sustainable Development Goals using a case study approach. As a survey course in global health, this class will introduce important methodologies in community-based global health and the ethical implications of global health issues. (Spring - Odd Years, As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None Equivalent Course(s): ANTH 6090, INDS 6090
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will explore how the perspective provided by the biological theory of evolution helps to understand human and non-human animal psychology. Fundamental evolutionary principles will be introduced and their application to psychological theory and research carefully evaluated. Individual topics include romantic relationships, family dynamics, cooperation, clinical pathology, judgment and decision-making, and more. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1010 or PSY 1010 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C- Registration Restriction(s): None Equivalent Course(s): PSY 3130 Prerequisite:    ANTH 1010 O PSY 1010
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course focuses on religion as a key societal institution and cultural practice. Ethnographic studies illustrate classical and contemporary theories on the meaning, function, and interpretation of religious experience. The intersection of religion and ethnicity, class, gender, and politics is explored. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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    This course addresses the relationship between food and culture. It examines food taboos and rituals, food and identity, health and nutrition, alcohol and drug use, feasting and fasting, hunger and obesity, and the global politics of food production and consumption. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course uses an anthropological perspective in order to investigate the relationship between sex; the biological attributes by which a person is deemed ?male? or ?female,? gender, and the norms and ideals associating appropriate roles; and behaviors and sexualities with men, women, and inter-gendered individuals. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will provide a broad overview of the study of non-human primates. We will explore primatology from anthropological and biological perspectives, incorporating psychological perspectives when relevant. Topics addressed will include primate evolution, taxonomy, behavior, cognition, and conservation. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1020 or BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Equivalent Course(s): BIOL 3400 Prerequisite:    ANTH 1020 O BIOL 1010 O BIOL 1610
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides a survey of ecological and environmental anthropology. In particular, we are interested in how human relationships with environments over time, and in all parts of the globe, can impact our behavior, health, economics, and politics. To do this, we examine human-environmental relationships from anthropological perspectives and research on the interrelationships between humans and environments. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1010 or ANTH 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ANTH 1010 O ANTH 1020
  • 3.00 Credits

    This variable topic course focuses on the anthropology of a different culture or geographical region. Anthropological topics will be covered to provide students with a deep appreciation of the archaeological, linguistic, social, and economic dynamics of a population or region. Repeatable with different topic up to 12 credits toward the major. Check department for upcoming topics. (Fall, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1010 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 12 Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ANTH 1010