Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
ANTH 101
Fall 2026
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This course introduces students to concepts, theories, and methods of cultural anthropology. Lectures, readings, and audiovisual materials invite critical analysis of broader themes in contemporary anthropology, such as the nature of culture, the problematic notions of social evolution and progress, and the negotiation of power within and among diverse peoples. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ANTH |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Anthropology)(Education Studies)(Science and Technology Studies)(Social, Cultural and Critical Theory Certificate) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 50% - 74% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Sophie Chao, Jason De Leon, Anna Tsing, James Ferguson and Akhil Gupta, Lila Abu Lughod, Gabriella Coleman, Renato Rosaldo, Clifford Geertz, Victor Turner, and others.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Several short essays. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Sharma,Anu (Aradhana) Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 35 | | SR major: X | JR major: X | | |
| Seats Available: 35 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: X | JR non-major: X | SO: 15 | FR: 20 |
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