ANTH 222 - Life During Wartime

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Susquehanna University

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Description:

Exploration of key understandings and discourses about war and the intersection of anthropology and violent conflict. The course will begin with an introduction to anthropological theory and methods, will then examine the role of anthropology in both understanding and responding to war and violent conflict, and will then turn its attention to literature and materials drawn or arising from current wars and violent conflicts in the world. The course will focus on popular and scholarly materials addressing current conflicts, including texts, journal and magazine articles, documentary and ethnographic films, television and popular films, and newspapers. The class will seek to understand how we understand war and what role it plays in cultural practice. Prerequisite: ANTH:162 or SOCI:101 or permission of the instructor. 4 SH.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.susqu.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 374-0101

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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