ANTH 396: Issues in Anthropology: Social Sciences

ANTH 396-001: Archaeology of Ritual
(Fall 2016)

04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M

Section Information for Fall 2016

ANTH 396 is an upper division undergraduate seminar covering the theories and methods of ritual and religion. We will explore specific definitions of ritual and religion drawing on religious studies and anthropological theory, and explore themes including the origins of religion, the relationship between religion/ritual and political economy, the meanings behind burial practices, and the materiality in/of ritual practice. We will explore these themes through a cross-cultural perspective, examining Old World and New World cases studies. Basic introduction to anthropological theory is encourage for undergraduates (ANTH 390) in order to take the course.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Topic of contemporary interest in anthropology, focusing on social science topics of interest. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 18 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies, Non-Western Culture
Schedule Type: Lec/Sem #1, Lec/Sem #2, Lec/Sem #3, Lec/Sem #4, Lec/Sem #5, Lec/Sem #6, Lec/Sem #7, Lec/Sem #8, Lec/Sem #9, Lecture, Sem/Lec #10, Sem/Lec #11, Sem/Lec #12, Sem/Lec #13, Sem/Lec #14, Sem/Lec #15, Sem/Lec #16, Sem/Lec #17, Sem/Lec #18
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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