161 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IIIA; FC
See also AIS 161
Credit may not be earned in both ANTH 161 and AIS 161
Culture as the human means of environmental adaptation.
Explores cross-cultural regularities and the range of
variation in human behavior. Comparison of widely different
economic, social, political and religious systems.
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165 Introduction to Physical Anthropology
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IIIA
Investigates human biocultural evolution, through
comparative analysis of fossils, contemporary primates, and
genetics.
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169 Introduction to Archaeology
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IIIA
Human cultural prehistory as inferred from archaeological
evidence, from the earliest Pleistocene cultures to the
development of urban life. Explores archaeological methods
and techniques.
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230 Prehistory of Northeastern United States
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA
Detailed examination of prehistoric cultures of the
Northeastern United States. Emphasis on ecological
adjustments, subsistence base, and technological and
cultural developments.
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265 Methods in Physical Anthropology
3 crs (3-0).
P: ANTH 165
Not for GE
Supervised participation in physical anthropology research.
Data collecting and analytical methods, techniques and
procedures discussed and practiced in a laboratory setting.
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291 Special Topics
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Topics will vary depending on interests of students and
faculty.
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315 /515 Language in Culture and Society
3 crs (3-0). F.
GE-IIIA; CD1; FC
Examination of the rules and patterns for speech behavior in
a variety of cultures. Language as an expression of social
status, gender and group membership. Study of
multilingualism and language planning.
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325 North American Indians
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: Previous completion of ANTH/AIS 161 strongly
recommended
GE-IIIA; CD3
See also AIS 325
Credit may not be earned in both ANTH 325 and AIS 325
Comparative analysis, by culture area, of traditional
American Indian economies, social and political
organization, religion and philosophy. Impact of European
colonization and control on traditional cultures.
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351 Cross-Cultural Dynamics
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA; FC
Preparation for study, work, or travel abroad. Study of
cultural differences in values, customs, and communication
styles. Consideration of the process of adjustment to a
foreign culture and the problems of intercultural
communication.
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355 Peoples of Africa
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA; FC
Comparative study of traditional sub-Saharan African forms
of social groupings, political organization, and religions
and philosophies. The impact of modernization and
nationalism upon traditional cultures.
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356 /556 Women in Cross-Cultural Perspective
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA; FC
See also WMNS356
Credit may not be earned in both ANTH 356 and WMNS 356
Study of women's domestic, social, economic, political, and
religious roles in a broad range of the world's societies.
Examination of the historical development of women's roles
and contemporary changes.
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395 Directed Studies
1-3 crs.
P: Six credits in Anthropology
Not for GE
Minimum resident GPA of 2.50
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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Directed study of an anthropological problem approved by the
supervising instructor and department chair.
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399 Independent Study - Juniors
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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An intensive study of an anthropological topic resulting in
a quality paper or report.
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422 /622 Anthropology of Law
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA
Minimum junior standing
The anthropological study of comparative law. Examines and
analyzes a wide variety of legal systems, plus theories of
law, legal change, change of legal systems, and justice.
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463 Religion and Culture
3 crs (3-0).
P: ANTH/AIS 161
GE-IIIA; CD1
Examination of the nature of human religious expression in
cross-cultural contexts. Focus on the ways that people use
myths, symbols, and rituals in both oral and written
traditions.
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491 Special Topics
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Minimum junior standing
Topics will vary depending on interests of students and
faculty. Proposed topics include American Indian religion
and philosophy.
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499 Independent Study - Seniors
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Minimum senior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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An intensive study of an anthropological topic resulting in
a quality paper or report.
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