Advanced study and studio production of painting. May be repeated for credit. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Admitted post-baccalaureate standing and consent of instructor
Advanced study of sculpture with studio work in three-dimensional art forms. May be repeated for credit. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Admitted post-baccalaureate standing and consent of instructor
Terms and hours to be arranged. May be repeated for credit. Eligible for the RP grade option. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Admitted post-baccalaureate standing
Introduction to the anthropological study of language and communicative behavior. Examines basic concepts underlying linguistic analysis and reviews anthropological studies of conversational practice and social variation in language and speech. Part of introductory sequence (ANTH 213, ANTH 214, ANTH 215 and ANTH 216) which may be taken in any order. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Biological aspects of the human experience, especially interactions between biology and culture. A review of the modern synthetic theory of evolution; fossil evidence of early primate and hominid populations; the mechanisms of heredity, human variation and adaptation; and the development of culture in human evolution. Part of introductory sequence (ANTH 213, 214, ANTH 215 and ANTH 216) which may be taken in any order. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Understanding the human past through the study of material remains. A review of the methods used to collect and analyze data and the theories used to construct chronologies, reconstruct ancient life styles and explain the processes of cultural evolution. Part of introductory sequence (ANTH 213, ANTH 214, 215 and ANTH 216) which may be taken in any order. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines the concepts and methodology of cultural anthropology through ethnographic case studies of people around the world. Focuses on culture or the learned beliefs, behaviors and symbols unique to each society. Part of introductory sequence (ANTH 213, ANTH 214, ANTH 215 and 216) which may be taken in any order. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
A survey of human cultural evolution worldwide over the past 4 million years up to the beginnings of written records. Examines archaeological evidence for the invention of language and art, the evolution of technology, the peopling of the New World, the invention of agriculture and the origins of cities. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
The genetic basis of human evolution, human variation and modern human adaptive differences; the biological basis of human culture and the impact of culture on human biology. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 214 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
A survey of the prehistory of the North American continent from the first peopling of the Western Hemisphere through the beginnings of regionalization, the origins of agriculture and village life and the development of complex societies. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Overview of the evolution of human societies from family-based foragers to chiefdoms, states and the emerging global order; examines the main theoretical lines of argument and the debates among them. Credits:4
A survey of the prehistory of the South American continent from the early occupations to the early domestication of plants and animals, the beginning of village life, the development of complex cultures and the coming of Europeans. Credits:4
A survey of peoples living in Arctic regions of the world: similarities and differences in environment and technology, social and belief systems; issues of acculturation, native identity and the struggle for cultural survival. Credits:4
Examines the role of the forensic anthropologist and history of the discipline. Students become familiar with the goals, techniques and broader applications of forensic anthropology. Credits:4
Examines several core questions that have guided anthropologists in their study of diverse peoples. Outlines key theoretical approaches that characterize anthropology as a distinct social science. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 216 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Prepares students to conduct anthropological research in both American and non-Western settings. Teaches students an array of anthropological research methods. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines how anthropologists organize their field data into ethnographic texts. Students read and critique a variety of anthropological works and genres. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 216 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Hands-on experience in identification of complete and fragmentary human skeletal and dental remains. Topics will also include growth and development of osseous and dental structures, variation in osseous tissues and modification of these tissues through traumatic, pathologic and taphonomic factors. Credits:4
ANTH 329 Archaeological Resources: Policies and Procedures
Traces the history of federal and local historic preservation/cultural resource management legislation and regulations. Topics include the merging of archaeology with historic preservation, how laws are made, how archaeological resources are protected on public land and political issues involving Native American concerns. Credits:4
Overview of the culture and explores issues facing the community. Examines the relationship between Chicano/a/Latino/a culture and contemporary society in the U.S. Topics include history, immigration, language, gender, education and contemporary cultural heroes. Credits:4
Introduction to major aspects of Latin American cultures. Concentrates on issues of cultural contact, conflict and accommodation by examining racial, ethnic, national and gender identities, religion, the environment, human rights and globalization. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduction to DNA analysis methods, historically and in current forensic science testing and forensic anthropology research. Genetics, inheritance, DNA biochemistry are discussed and applied. Credits:4
A survey of techniques and methods used in archaeology, including research design, survey, sampling strategies, excavation methods, laboratory analysis and interpretation. Practical aspects of data recording and reporting, including computer applications. Credits:4
Techniques and their applications in the analysis of materials recovered from archaeological sites. Emphasis will vary according to ongoing research. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 215 and consent of instructor
A survey of indigenous art in the Americas north of Mexico. Themes common to both terms include art in anthropological perspective, regional, group and individual variations in style and processes of acculturation and diffusion. Credits:4
Covers principles and practices of museum work. Topics include the role of museums in the community, collections management, conservation of objects and artifacts, program development, exhibit development, marketing and fundraising. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines the place of the visual in anthropological analysis. Introduces some of the techniques and theories used to analyze visual images. Students investigate aspects of visual anthropology through readings, discussions, independent research and projects. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Similarities and differences in women’s lives in a variety of cultures around the world. Evolutionary and historical precedents for contemporary patterns of gender role construction; economic, social and ideological challenges to women seeking change in existing gender hierarchies. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Critical perspective on racial/ethnic categorizations. Through lectures, discussions, readings and films, students become acquainted with the social, cultural, historical and evolutionary context of modern human diversity. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduces primatology through comparative study of the evolution of primate taxa. Special topics will include biogeography, anatomy, primate societies and cultures, the evolution of primate minds and communication systems and ecology and conservation. Course theory is Darwinism. Credits:4
Survey of African societies that compares classic and contemporary anthropological texts. The goal is to come to an anthropological understanding of how political, economic, historical and cultural factors shape contemporary African societies. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduction to nations, cultures, social issues and artistic achievements of sub-Saharan Africa through the medium of feature film. Students watch, discuss and review a series of full length films made in Africa by Africans. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines anthropological case studies of social change in diverse contemporary settings. It asks how individuals and groups confront modernity while maintaining elements of their traditional cultures. Examines insider accounts of global economic and policy changes. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduction to the anthropology of Islam through a series of ethnographic readings. Outlines orthodox, scriptural understandings of Muslim practice. Key themes include Sufi Islam and religious ritual, Muslim families and gender and Islamic fundamentalism and modernity. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines the social and cultural aspects of transnational migration through ethnographic readings of migration in various parts of the world. Covers key theoretical issues pertaining to identity, locality and the economics of migration. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Applies insights from cultural anthropology to contemporary social issues. Reviews the history of applied anthropology in U.S. and explores ways to provide a framework for approaching solutions to real-world problems. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduction to medical anthropology, analysis of health in the context of culture, social behavior, economic systems and human biology. Designed to expose nursing and health students to cross-cultural understanding of illness and health. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduces students to the field of environmental anthropology. Explores relationships between culture, society and the physical aspects of environments across the globe. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Designed for individual or specialized research and study in a defined area of interest under the guidance of a designated faculty mentor. May be repeated for up to 16 credits. Credits:4 Prerequisite:Consent of instructor
Students identify and design an internship or field experience that will be written up as the Senior Project. In consultation with an adviser, students independently read background materials while they write a theoretically grounded research proposal. Credits:4 Prerequisite:Anthropology major and junior standing Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Individual research, volunteer work, internship, employment or other practical experience designed to use and challenge the student’s anthropological knowledge. Consultation with anthropology faculty in advance and during the field experience is required. Planning takes place in ANTH 410 Research Design and a formal paper that analyzes the experience and summarizes outcomes is produced in ANTH 412 Senior Thesis. Eligible for the RP grade option. Credits:4-12
Provides guidance in producing a written account of the anthropology major’s field experience in ANTH 411. Eligible for the RP grade option. Credits:4 Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Working closely with an adviser, the student plans either an internship equivalent to at least 20 hours per week during 10 weeks or a study abroad term of at least eight weeks. Internship must have an applied anthropology focus; study abroad must provide a cross-cultural experience. A mid-term progress report and an end-term final report are required. Credits:4 Prerequisite:Anthropology major and junior standing or above
Addresses anthropology’s engagement with human rights through case studies of slavery, political violence and public health. Suggests ways in which the work of anthropological research may serve as witness and advocate for human rights. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Course will examine contemporary political, economic, social and cultural issues germane to U.S.-Mexico border and border crossings. Will look in particular at questions of migration and immigration in the post-NAFTA context, including the experience of (primarily) Mexicans in the U.S. Credits:4
Introduction to forensic archaeology or the application of archaeological methods to the resolution of medicolegal issues. Students learn and apply search and recovery techniques. Students are introduced to forensic taphonomy or the subfield of forensic anthropology that examines how taphonomic forces have altered evidence subject to medicolegal investigation. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 322 and CJ 328
Individualized course designed to meet the student’s special interests in an area of forensic anthropology. Students will be assigned readings but also conduct literary research and present on a variety of special topics within forensic anthropology, ranging from the latest techniques in the analysis and interpretation of bones to role of the forensic anthropologist in the mass fatality incidents. Credits:4
Basic archaeological survey and excavation skills will be developed through participation in field research at an archaeological site. Credits:12 Prerequisite:ANTH 215 or consent of instructor
Examines food ways across time and space, from a holistic perspective. Will discuss how biology and culture have interacted throughout our evolution forming biocultural interface with our food ways, the meanings and values associated with food structure identity and our relationships with natural and social environments. Credits:4-12 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines food ways across time and space, from a holistic perspective. Will discuss how biology and culture have interacted throughout our evolution forming biocultural interface with our food ways, the meanings and values associated with food structure identity and our relationships with natural and social environments. Credits:4
Understanding the origin and evolution of cities. The application of cross-cultural perspectives to the social organization of urban life. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 216 or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Exploration and analysis of the social and historical contexts of the current infectious disease pandemics (HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria) and growing rates of chronic diseases. Course makes the critical connections between poverty and health and examines the impact of current international policy on health and health services in low income and least developed countries. Also explores themes of health, illness, and access to healthcare through their complex intersections with culture-specific issues of gender, ethnicity, and class in the developing world. Credits:4
Examines the religious rituals of diverse peoples living in various parts of the world. Outlines anthropological approaches to religion, while focusing on particular topics. Examines links between religion, magic, witchcraft and sorcery. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule Writing Intensive:May meet requirement, see class schedule
A survey of indigenous peoples of Northwestern North America, including the Northwest Coast, the Columbia-Fraser Plateau and the Great Basin. Emphasis on adaptation to particular environments and interactions with other cultures in both pre- and post-contact periods. Credits:4
The development of modern archaeological science from beginnings in the 18th century through the emergence of contemporary theories of cultural evolution; current issues including ethics, feminist critiques and post-processual paradigms. Credits:4
Survey of the global and interdisciplinary field within archaeology that specializes in the interpretation of the recent past. Methods of archival research and material culture interpretation are reviewed. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Course relating histories and anthropological studies of Oregon tribes juxtaposed with national and international histories of settlement and colonization. Will have invited tribal speakers. Local information will be intersected with national issues. Credits:4
A survey of indigenous peoples of Northwestern North America, including the Northwest Coast, the Columbia-Fraser Plateau and the Great Basin. Emphasis on adaptation to particular environments and interactions with other cultures in both pre- and post-contact periods. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
An anthropological perspective on the historical and social processes of contact and acculturation between indigenous peoples of North America and Old World immigrants in the historic period. Credits:4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Course will examine contemporary political, economic, social and cultural issues germane to U.S.-Mexico border and border crossings. Will look in particular at questions of migration and immigration in the post-NAFTA context, including the experience of (primarily) Mexicans in the U.S. Credits:4
Understanding the origin and evolution of cities. The application of cross-cultural perspectives to the social organization of urban life. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ANTH 216 or consent of instructor
Exploration and analysis of the social and historical contexts of the current infectious disease pandemics (HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria) and growing rates of chronic diseases. Course makes the critical connections between poverty and health and examines the impact of current international policy on health and health services in low income and least developed countries. Also explores themes of health, illness, and access to healthcare through their complex intersections with culture-specific issues of gender, ethnicity, and class in the developing world. Credits:4
Examines the religious rituals of diverse peoples living in various parts of the world. Outlines anthropological approaches to religion, while focusing on particular topics. Examines links between religion, magic, witchcraft and sorcery. Credits:4
Examines issues of comparative political systems, local political cultures and connections between local and wider political spheres. A wide range of theoretical approaches and ethnographic material is explored. Credits:4
The development of modern archaeological science from beginnings in the 18th century through the emergence of contemporary theories of cultural evolution; current issues including ethics, feminist critiques and post-processual paradigms. Credits:4
Survey of the global and interdisciplinary field within archaeology that specializes in the interpretation of the recent past. Methods of archival research and material culture interpretation are reviewed. Credits:4
Course relating histories and anthropological studies of Oregon tribes juxtaposed with national and international histories of settlement and colonization. Will have invited tribal speakers. Local information will be intersected with national issues. Credits:4
A survey of indigenous peoples of Northwestern North America, including the Northwest Coast, the Columbia-Fraser Plateau and the Great Basin. Emphasis on adaptation to particular environments and interactions with other cultures in both pre- and post-contact periods. Credits:4
An anthropological perspective on the historical and social processes of contact and acculturation between indigenous peoples of North America and Old World immigrants in the historic period. Credits:4
Introduction to teaching art in the classroom for prospective elementary and middle school teachers. Explores art production, aesthetics and criticism, with historical and cultural perspectives. Credits:3 Prerequisite:A 115 or A 130 and junior standing
ARE 434 Historical and Cultural Perspectives in the Visual Arts
Developing advanced level lessons in art built upon the lives and works of fine, applied and folk artists, with a multicultural perspective and interdisciplinary approach. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Upper division or graduate standing
Designed to provide additional art experiences in the philosophy, materials and techniques of the visual arts for teachers and administrators. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Upper division or graduate standing
ARE 534 Historical and Cultural Perspectives in the Visual Arts
Developing advanced level lessons in art built upon the lives and works of fine, applied and folk artists, with a multicultural perspective and interdisciplinary approach. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Upper division or graduate standing
Designed to provide additional art experiences in the philosophy, materials and techniques of the visual arts for teachers and administrators. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Upper division or graduate standing
The first in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of American Sign Language (ASL), the language that is widely used by Deaf Americans. This course includes basic ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Students are introduced to the values and beliefs shared by members of Deaf Culture and the behavioral norms of the Deaf Community. Credits:3-4 Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Second in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. This course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:3-4 Prerequisite:ASL 101 with a grade of C- or better Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Third in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:3-4 Prerequisite:ASL 102 with a grade of C- or better Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Fourth in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 103 with a grade of C- or better Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Fifth in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 201 with a grade of C- or better Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Sixth in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 202 with a grade of C- or better Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduction to careers in ASL Studies. Students will gain a basic understanding of the variety of jobs available with ASL skills as well as the aptitudes and training required for them. Credits:3
ASL 210 Cultural Competencies Needed for Working with Latino Deaf
Designed to familiarize students with cultural traits of Latinos both hearing and deaf. Review strategies to help hearing service providers work with individuals who are part of two language and cultural minorities: deaf and Latino. Discusses the issues involved in trilingual (Spanish/English/ASL) interpreting. Credits:3
Focus on the study of gestures, mime and pantomime that accompany non-manual communication. Facial expressions, body movements and hand shapes that communicate meaning in ASL will be identified and examined. Credits:2 Prerequisite:ASL 103 or consent of instructor
Seventh in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 203 with a grade of B or better or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Seventh in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 301 with a grade of B or better or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Ninth in a related series of courses that focus on the use and study of ASL. Course includes intermediate ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors. Special emphasis on developing more awareness of the cultural values and beliefs shared by the Deaf Community. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 302 with a grade of B or better or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Develops increased fluency in expressive and receptive abilities in fingerspelling through in class practice and viewing of additional materials. Reinforces abilities to utilize ASL numbering systems for time, money, measurements, game scores and other amounts. Credits:2 Prerequisite:ASL 203 or consent of instructor
Introduces major aspects of deaf culture: 1) history of Deaf people; 2) community and culture of deaf people; and 3) literature and folklore of deaf people. Credits:3 Prerequisite:ASL 203 or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
ASL 320 Deaf Women: Sociolinguistic, Historical and Contemporary Issues
Introduces aspects of gender studies regarding deaf women. Topics are deaf women’s impact on education, historical movements, ASL linguistics, employment and sports. Other social issues such as discrimination, domestic violence and multicultural issues will also be studied. Credits:3 Prerequisite:ASL 203 or consent of instructor
Introduces aspects of ASL literature, including poetry, narrative, theatre and drama. Original works will be studied, analyzed and compared. Credits:3 Prerequisite:ASL 203 or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Introduction to specific topics and content areas in ASL discourse. Topics include mathematics, history, science, art, sports, psychology, health, biology, computer and mental health/medical. Receptive and expressive skills in ASL will be enhanced. Skills related to research in sign language discourse will be introduced. Credits:4 Prerequisite:ASL 203 or consent of instructor Diversity:May meet requirement, see class schedule
Examines linguistic structural properties of American Sign Language including phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics and how signed languages differ and are similar to spoken languages. Students will be introduced to the linguistic and culturally based communication issues that impact the process between deaf and hearing people. Credits:3 Prerequisite:Concurrent enrollment in or completion of ASL 303 and LING 210 or consent of instructor
Terms and hours to be arranged. Designed for individual or special studies in a limited area of interest under the guidance of a designated faculty member. May be repeated for up to 16 credits. Credits:1-3 Prerequisite:Consent of instructor
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