Anthropology

Introduces students to cultural Anthropology’s key concepts, principles, and methods. Draws on simulated field work experiences in rural Mexico. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Social Sciences (SS), Critical Thinking (CT), Intercultural Knowledge (IK) and Information Literacy (IL).

Investigates the processes by which humans have evolved biologically by the examination of the fossil record over the course of five million years. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Natural Sciences, Critical Thinking and Inquiry & Analysis

Investigates the processes by which humans have evolved biologically by the examination of the fossil record over the course of five million years. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Natural Sciences, Critical Thinking and Inquiry & Analysis

An introductory level course that examines wide-ranging cultures through the medium of ethnographic film. Through the use of ethnographic film, students will be able to visualize issues that correlate directly to the discipline of anthropology: culture, ecology, multiculturalism, and discourse. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Social Sciences, Critical Thinking and Information Literacy.

Examines theory and methods of archaeological research and their underlying principles through the analysis of selected monographs and readings. Includes a laboratory section in which the examination and interpretation of research collections excavated by faculty and student members of the Department will be carried out. Field experience will be included when possible.

Examines theory and methods of archaeological research and their underlying principles through the analysis of selected monographs and readings. Includes a laboratory section in which the examination and interpretation of research collections excavated by faculty and student members of the Department will be carried out. Field experience will be included when possible.

An introduction to the field of applied anthropology which is characterized by problem-oriented research among the world’s contemporary populations. Students will participate in a semester-long experiential field work project and will utilize ethnographic methods, analyze readings and case studies.

Examines how notions of value, such as the idea of money, credit, and debt, have evolved over the past 5000 years. Compares how anthropologists, economists and other social scientists have understood and studied money and its social context. Students will conduct a simple fieldwork project in the community as one of the course assignments. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Social Sciences, Critical Thinking and Inquiry & Analysis.

Examines social, political, environmental, and economic issues within historical and cultural contexts. Focus will be on Asian, Latin American, and Islamic societies.

Examines the science and history of museums, their diversity and their role in contemporary society. Techniques in museum display, curation and preservation will also be covered.