A general introduction to anthropology. All three sub-fields of modern anthropology:cultural anthropology (archaeology and ethnography), physical anthropology, and linguistics are covered. GT-SS3
An introduction to biological anthropology, the holistic study of human biological variation and their bio-cultural adaptations to their environments. The class covers such topics as anthropological studies of genetics, non-human primate studies, human evolution, and human variation. Additional course fee applies. Prerequisite: ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
A study of the methods and theory of modern archaeology. The emphasis is on how archaeologists understand the past. A general chronology of world prehistory is presented. Additional course fee applies. Prerequisite: ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
An exploration of ethnographic theory and methods, and a cross-cultural and comparative examination of societies studied by ethnographers. Additional course fee applies. Prerequisite: ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
An examination of key perspectives, theories, and methods in the study of ecological anthropology. Students learn about the use and definition of the environment by groups from different cultural backgrounds, and build a comparative perspective in so doing. The focus is on contemporary groups, but archaeological examples are used as comparison and to build time-depth in our understanding of cultural ecology. Prerequisite:ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
A survey the archaeology of North America, with an emphasis on the eastern and southwestern United States. It is intended for anyone interested in learning more about American Indian cultures, North America’s ancient past, and how archaeological evidence can be used to reconstruct this past. The lines of evidence to be illustrated and discussed in the lectures and readings will include settlement patterns, architecture, food remains, funerary objects, and everyday tools. Prerequisite: ANTH 107, or instructor permission.
A detailed look at the native people found in North America and their relationships to each other and the non-native settlers of North America. Several case studies are examined in depth. Prerequisite: ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
An examination of medical systems from various cultural groups, focusing on beliefs, methods of healing, health practitioners, and medical pluralism. Prerequisite: ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
A comprehensive investigation of prehistoric Maya culture. Throughout the course of class lectures and classroom discussions, students will gain an appreciation of the dynamic and integrated nature of Maya culture and will understand how its different components are combined within the larger framework of Maya life. Fundamentally, students are required to learn the culture history of the ancient Maya and are also expected to gain an understanding of 'HOW' and 'WHY' the ancient Maya behaved in the ways that they did. Prerequisite: ANTH 107 or instructor permission.
A field study of archaeological and ethnographic cultures in the western United States. Students camp and tour ancient sites, modern Native American towns, and anthropological museums. This course may be taken for a maximum of six credits.
Cultural resource management (CRM) is an interdisciplinary and professional discipline whose practitioners utilize a combination of historical, architectural, and archaeological investigations in compliance with federal, state and local regulations requiring the identification, preservation, and/or mitigation of cultural resources. This course provides important specialized knowledge for students who may seek careers in archaeology, history, or historic preservation. CRM is the archaeology, history, and historic preservation research conducted in response to Federal, State, and Local laws. The course takes a topical approach, and will explore how archaeologists, historians, and historic preservationists operate within the CRM industry.
The course introduces archaeological curation. Archaeological research relies upon sound curatorial practice; curatorship is often the only tangible evidence of cultural heritage for some peoples and most collections are in the public trust. This class explores those responsibilities through engaging with archaeological and cultural materials curation: technical information, laws and regulations, case studies, and the integration of theory and practice. Prerequisite: ANTH 107, or instructor permission.
A study of the history and intellectual growth of anthropology is paired with individual work on student projects, which employ theory and methods discussed in class. Students present their work to the university community. Prerequisite: Senior standing; or instructor permission.
A field experience in cultural anthropology in which students are immersed in the culture, traditions, and lifeways of a group of people, learning methods of inquiry and anthropological perspectives through hands-on experiences. This course may be taken for a maximum of eight credits. Prerequisite: ANTH 230 or instructor permission.
A field-experience course in which students learn and perform proper fieldtechniques. Some laboratory work may be involved. This course is offered during the summer session and may be taken for a maximum of eight credits. Additional course fee applies. Prerequisites: ANTH 219 or instructor permission.