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ANTH101

Cultural Anthropology

Subject code

ANTH

Course Number

101

Department(s)

Instructor(s)

J. Rubin

Course Long Title

Cultural Anthropology

Description

An introduction to the study of a wide variety of social and cultural phenomena. The argument that the reality we inhabit is a cultural construct is explored by examining concepts of race and gender, kinship and religion, the individual life cycle, and the nature of community. Course materials consider societies throughout the world against the background of the emerging global system and the movement of refugees and immigrants.

Modes of Inquiry

Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]

Writing Credit

No writing credit

GEC This Course Belongs To

-

Offering Frequency

Normally offered every semester