Anthropology

Introduces basic concepts of anthropology. Topics include a survey of its sub-disciplines such as ethnology, social anthropology, culture dynamics, culture and personality, anthropological linguistics, prehistoric man, physical anthropology, and the concept of race. This course also meets and Core Curriculum requirements for the non-laboratory B.S. science component.

Examines the history, objectives, and methods of archaeological discovery and interpretation. Topics include cultural, historical, and functional analysis of techniques, and readings in selected primary sources. This course also meets Core Curriculum requirements for the non-laboratory B.S. science component.

The impact of culture on the communication process. Attention to developing an understanding of the diversity of cultures in the world and of the ways cultural differences influence the ways people interact.

Explores the living religions of the world, comparing their historical and cultural backgrounds, philosophies, teachings, and influence.