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3.00 Credits
This course examines how gender is culturally constructed; the relationships between power, sexuality and social roles; and the key theoretical debates on gender in anthropology.
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3.00 Credits
A methodological introduction to American urban studies from the perspectives of geography and anthropology; geographical and cultural change of the structure of the American city in the 19th and 20th centuries with emphasis upon Indianapolis and the Butler-Tarkington neighborhood. Fieldwork and service learning are highlighted. (U/G) (3 credits)
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A study of the rich and diverse cultural traditions of Africa. Topics include the analysis of stereotypes associated with African cultures; effects of colonialism on contemporary life; religion and cosmology; ecological adaptation; kinship and social organization; the expressive arts; and ethnicity
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3.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to selected topics in the society and cultures of East Asia (China, Japan, and Korea), Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines) and South Asia (the Indian sub-continent). Topics include post-colonialism, transnational processes, family and kinship, world and local religious traditions and ritual practices, economic development, and gender issues.
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3.00 Credits
This course will explore the multi-ethnic nature of the Chinese state from the ancient time to present. It will cover such topics as the formation of the Han Chinese identity, regional variants of Han culture, foreign communities in medieval China, conquest dynasties, state policies toward the minority groups and ethnic nationalism.
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3.00 Credits
A descriptive study of basic astronomy including the planets and the apparent motions of celestial objects, the seasons, constellations, comets and meteors, stars, galaxies and large-scale structure of the universe, plus current events in space exploration. There will be planetarium demonstrations and telescope observations. Some hands-on lab experiences are provided. (U) (3 credits)
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4.00 Credits
First course of an introductory astronomy sequence for both non-science and science majors. This course and laboratory include the history of astronomy, timekeeping, the solar system, planets and their motions, the moon, comets, meteors, the solar evolution, Kepler's Laws, etc., with planetarium demonstrations, usage of astronomical instruments, and small telescopes and binoculars. Four hours of lecture, plus one two-hour lab weekly. (U) (5)
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to techniques and equipment used in modern astronomy with emphasis on detection and analysis of electromagnetic radiation and the fundamental properties of telescopes and detectors. Lectures and laboratory. Laboratories focus on observational techniques and data reduction. Prerequisites: AS 102 and PH 202. (U) (3 credits)
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1.00 Credits
The first semester of an introductory course on stellar astrophysics using nearly every branch of physics. Emphasis is on the underlying physical principles; including the nature of stars, stellar energy generation, stellar structure and evolution, astrophysical neutrinos, binary stars, white dwarfs, neutron stars and pulsars, and novae and supernovae. Prerequisites: AS102 and PH202. (U) (3 credits)
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