2008-2009 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

ANTH - Anthropology

161 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IIIA; FC
Cross-listed with 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.

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.

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.

230 Archaeology of Northeast Woodlands
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA
Detailed examination of prehistoric cultures of the Northeast Woodlands. Emphasis on ecological adjustments, subsistence base, and technological and cultural developments.

265 Methods in Physical Anthropology
3 crs (3-0).
Not for GE
P: ANTH 165
Supervised participation in physical anthropology research. Data collecting and analytical methods, techniques and procedures discussed and practiced in a laboratory setting.

291 Special Topics
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Topics will vary depending on interests of students and faculty.

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.

325 North American Indians
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IIIA; CD3
Cross-listed with AIS 325
P: Previous completion of ANTH/AIS 161 strongly
recommended
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.

345 /545 Japanese Culture and Society
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IIIA; FC
Contemporary Japanese culture and social organization including economy, stratification, gender roles, marriage, religion, and popular culture. Consideration of the effect of globalization on Japan and the influence of Japan on the rest of the world.

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.

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. Consideration of the impact of economic development, neocolonialism, and globalization on traditional cultures.

356 /556 Women in Cross-Cultural Perspective
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA; FC
Cross-listed with WMNS 356
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.

395 Directed Studies
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
P: Six credits in Anthropology
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.

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.

422 /622 Anthropology of Law
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA
Minimum junior standing
The scientific 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.

463 Religion and Culture
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIA; CD1
P: ANTH/AIS 161
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.

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.

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.