ANTH 250 - Symbolism, Cognition, And Society

Institution:

Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

This course examines the way societies around the world (including, but not limited to the United States) construct and use symbols and their narrative forms: rituals, myths, and "artistic"performance. Symbols and symbol making reflect a uniquely human way in which people express their identification with certain social groups and with the ideals or values those groups represent. Topic areas explore the manner in which people from different cultures create and use symbols. Among the topics covered are symbols in religion, politics, promoting change, confronting external threats, constructing social groups and social movements. Satisfies Social Science general requirement. No prerequisite. 3 semesters hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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