Anthropology

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Studies the processes of the biocultural evolution of humans with emphasis on evolutionary theory, Mendelian and population genetics, the fossil record, classification of primates, and the nature of race.

F, W, Sp, Su

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers basic archaeological method and theory, and reviews the techniques used for investigating the past. Focuses on the interpretation and assessment of archeological data. Includes the development of technology and food production, the origins of complex societies and the resulting social inequalities, and the evolution of cultural systems. Includes some of the major contributions of archaeology and discusses the relevance of archaeology to everyday life. Selection of specific societies and sites for study may vary according to each instructor’s expertise.

F, W, Sp, Su

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Surveys the fi eld of cultural anthropology and its focus on the human patterns of behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. Introduces a methodology for studying human sociocultural adaptations. Includes the topics of major cross-cultural studies with a focus on language, adaptation, economics, marriage, kinship, gender, political organization, stratifi cation, and religion. Examines the process of culture change and the application of cultural anthropology to practical society problems.

F, W, Sp, Su

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces the diverse theories, methods, and goals of field or “dirt” archaeology used throughout much of the world. Includes basic techniques of scientific archaeological excavation, artifact collection, and documentation through classroom activities.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces anthropological linguistics. Includes the history of linguistics and written language, descriptive linguistics, sociolinguistics, language and thought, language acquisition, and the biology and physiology of language development. Also includes bilingualism, multiculturalism, and written language development in both the old and new world.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Presents an overview of Aztec institutions and demonstrates examples present in contemporary Mexican culture. Focuses on the daily life, culture, religion, philosophy, literature, social, political, and economic structures of the Aztecs. Analyzes and compares Aztec concepts of life, death, the sacred, time, space, property, and education with American mainstream concepts.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Provides an introduction to Mexican culture by focusing on the main historical events that have shaped the identity of the Mexican. Explores the mixture of cultural institutions in modern Mexico from pre-Columbian indigenous cultures through European conquest and the Revolution.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Explores early Greek culture (10,000 BC - 1000 BC) with an emphasis on the Bronze Age and the islands of the Aegean. Includes trade, exploitation of natural resources, material culture elaboration, and the development of maritime orientation, marine-based faunal ritualization and cosmologies. Also covers the role of Crete and other Aegean islands in trade and craft/specialty food production, and their relationships with Egypt, Syria, and the Mediterranean world.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Focuses on the Northeastern and Southeastern Native American cultures from earliest times to the present. Contrasts the Algonkian and Iroquois confederacies, as well as the Five Civilized Tribes. Evaluates diff erences in tribal strategies adapting to Europeans while struggling to retain tribal sovereignty. Covers native identity, intertribal culture, and contemporary issues.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Focuses on the Prairie-Plains (Northern and Southern Plains) and Southwestern Native American cultures from earliest times to the present, emphasizing environmental adaptive strategies. Explores Lakota and Kiowa relations with Euroamericans while struggling to retain tribal sovereignty. Surveys intertribal powwows, religious rights, urban migration, culture loss and retention, and changing gender roles.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Focuses on the Northwestern and Southwestern Native American cultures, from earliest times to the present. Contrasts the various cultures west of the Rockies, with particular emphasis on women’s changing roles. Explores Oregon coastal (Coos) and California (Pomo) tribal cultures, and evaluates Navajo and Hopi Southwestern tribal adaptations to Europeans while struggling to retain tribal sovereignty. Covers Kwakiutl and Haida masking arts, Shoshone women’s music, and contemporary potlatch.

Offered as needed.