ANTHROPOLOGY 352 - Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective

Institution:

Illinois Wesleyan University

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Description:

An examination of gender and sex cross-culturally and in evolutionary perspective, with emphasis on the nonindustrialized world. Some of the topics we will consider include women and men in prehistory; notions of masculinity, femininity, and sexuality; the sexual division of labor and economic organization; women's involvement in ritual and religion; and the impact of sociocultural change on gender issues. Offered as needed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iwu.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 556-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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