CH 2990 - Culture: The Human Experience

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Comparative Humanities

Description:

This class examines the distinguishing features of the human species ranging from our hominoid beginnings and the cultural explosion of 30,000 years ago in the caves of Lascaux to the impact of the internet on the future of our collective identity. Topics include the rise of religion, the origin of statehood, cross-cultural configurations of marriage, sexuality and gender, the nature vs. culture debate, the impact of technology on the modern self, the significance of popular culture, the cultural evolution of values, the survival of indigenous people, and why tribal wisdom is crucial to the next millenium. Offered annually.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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