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ANTH0211A-S24

Environmental Anthropology

Human Ecology
Environmental issues are also cultural and political conflicts, between competing social groups, economic interests and cultural paradigms. This course introduces students to human ecology, the study of how our adaptations to the environment are mediated by cultural differences and political economy. Topics include: how ecological anthropology has evolved as a subdiscipline, with a focus on systems theory and political ecology; how ritually regulated societies manage resources; how rural communities deal with environmental deterioration; and how contradictions between environmental protection, economic development, and cultural values complicate so many ecological issues. (Any 100-level ANTH, or any 100-level ENVS,or ENVS AP credit or instructor permission) 3 hrs. lect.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
21498
Subject Code:
ANTH
Course Number:
0211
Section Identifier:
A

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ANTH 0211

All Sections in Spring 2024

Spring 2024

ANTH0211A-S24 Lecture (Sheridan)
ANTH0211Y-S24 Discussion (Sheridan)
ANTH0211Z-S24 Discussion (Sheridan)