ANTH 1010 Cultural Anthropology (3)
Qualifies for General Education Course- Social and Behavioral Sciences (S)
Anthropology is concerned with the documentation and interpretation of diverse social and cultural settings. The course will introduce students to the key concepts of cultural anthropology through the discussion and analysis of fieldwork studies from around the world. (Fall, Spring)
ANTH 1020 Biological Anthropology (3)
Qualifies for General Education Course - Interdisciplinary (D)
This course explores basic evolutionary theory and human genetics from an anthropological perspective. It traces human evolution through time, compares humans to their closest living relatives, nonhuman primates, and examines the significance of modern human biological variations and adaptations. (Annually)
ANTH 2030 Introduction to Archaeology (3)
This course introduces the theories and methods of archaeology, a social, historical, and natural science. The focus of the course is on anthropological archaeology.(Spring)
ANTH 3001 Native American Cultures (3)
Employing an anthropological perspective this course examines the indigenous cultures of the Americas. The course addresses pre-contact culture history, colonialism, and contemporary struggles for political sovereignty and cultural preservation. Prerequisite: Must have sophomore standing or higher. (Fall)
ANTH 3200 Food & Culture (3)
This course addresses the relationship between food and culture. It examines food taboos and rituals, food and identity, alcohol and drug use, feasting and fasting, hunger and obesity, and the global politics of food production and consumption. (Spring)
ANTH 4700 Special Topics in Anthropology (1-3)
Occasionally anthropology faculty will offer courses on a special area of interest or a particularly timely topic under this course number. The class schedule and handouts in the department will provide further information on each Special Topic course. (As needed)
ANTH 4960 Archaeological Field Methods (6)
This course introduces students to archaeological excavation, survey, and laboratory techniques through work at an actual archaeological site. In addition to practical hands-on training, there will be occasional field trips and lectures
on regional prehistory, history, geomorphology, and ecology. Prerequisites: ANTH 2030 or equivalent strongly recommended. Instructor's permission required to register. (Annually)