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  • ANTH 228D: P3 Introduction to Museum Studies

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    Museums are repositories of world knowledge in all its formats (oral, textual, and artifactual) and are significant disseminators of this knowledge. These dual roles of preservation and presentation require that modern museums draw upon a wide range of disciplines and seek creative and non-traditional strategies to effectively serve their communities. The purpose of this course is to introduce the students to the nature, operation, and purpose of museums. Field trips to area museums and preparation of exhibits in the Anthropology Department's display cases are scheduled throughout the semester and are a required part of the course. Cross-listed with Arts 228D. Recommended Prerequisite: One prior course in Anthropology (ANTH 100D, 203D, or 202D is preferred).
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  • ANTH 229D: P3 Historic Site Administration

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    This course looks at the many aspects of operating and maintaining a historic site (house museums, battlefields, villages, etc.). Topics covered include preservations, restoration, cyclical maintenance, interpretation, staffing, governance, housekeeping, disaster planning, and funding. The course emphasizes the social and cultural significance of historic sites, their role in the larger community, and the importance of appropriate interpretive activities in fulfilling their cultural missions. Cross-listed with ARTS 229D. Recommended prerequisite: One prior course in Anthropology (ANTH 202D, 203D or 228D is recommended).
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  • ANTH 231C: P4 The Primates

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors and yet their behavior and biology remind us of ourselves. This course examines the diverse primate order from the most primitive prosimians to the clever monkeys and apes. This course studies the evolution of the primates, their behavioral and biological characteristics, and the current state of primates around the globe. Comparisons with human behavior and biology and the effect of humans on primate communities are discussed. Special topics include: how the study of primates can contribute to a better understanding of human behavior, the conservation and protection of non-human primate communities, and the use of primates in medical research and media productions. Recommended prerequisite: Prior coursework in Anthropology (ANTH 100D or 201D is preferred) or Biology.
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  • ANTH 241D: P3 Medical Anthropology

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    Medical Anthropology explores health and medical issues from a crosscultural and evolutionary perspective, highlighting the diverse ways in which different cultures deal with human conditions of illness and disease. The focus is on the intersection between culture and biology. Topics include traditional healing practices, social epidemiology, relationships between humans and other primates, and the effects of globalization on disease transmission and treatment.
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  • ANTH 251D: P4 Race and Human Variation

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    This course considers ways of understanding human biological variation with particular reference to the race concept. Topics covered in the course include the history of the race concept in anthropology, mechanisms of inheritance and population genetics, distribution of simple and complex traits, and the relationship between biology and culture with regard to specific topics, such as IQ and sexual orientation. No prerequisites, but sophomore status or above is recommended. 78
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  • ANTH 305: Seminar in Cultural Anthropology

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    An examination of the development of anthropological science from the 19th century to the present. The course focuses primarily on trends in cultural anthropology. The theoretical and methodological contributions of important anthropologists are critically examined. The nature and operation of theory and data collection in anthropology are emphasized. Prerequisites: ANTH 203D (ANTH 204D is also recommended). Restriction: Junior or senior status.
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  • ANTH 490: Internship

    1.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    This course allows anthropology majors to take part in anthropologically related work of a local organization such as a museum, business, or government agency. Internships may be paid or unpaid. Students must submit a written application detailing the internship work to the relevant faculty member. This must be submitted to the Department Chair with the signature of the faculty member to obtain the written approval of the Department Chair. A three-credit internship will normally consist of 10 hours per week at the internship site; additional credits may entail more hours and/or more responsibilities. See the College's Internship Policy. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Restrictions: Junior or senior Anthropology major or minor with a minimum 3.00 GPA in all Anthropology (ANTH) coursework at the College.
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  • ANTH 493: Fieldwork

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    A fieldwork course, which may consist of an intensive three- to eight-week field experience or a combination of classroom instruction and field experience. Instruction is under the guidance of a member of the St. John Fisher College faculty. Inquiry should be made well in advance of the start of the term in which the course is offered. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair.
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  • ANTH 496: Independent Study

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    Advanced students may initiate and carry out a proposal for independent work under the supervision of a member of the department. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required. See Policy on Independent Study. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Restrictions: Junior or senior Anthropology major or minor with a minimum 3.00 GPA in all Anthropology (ANTH) coursework at the College.
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  • APIT : APIT 401 Special Topics in Applied Information Technology

    3.00 Credits
    Saint John Fisher University

    This course presents a special topic in information technology that would not regularly be offered, such as Web Technologies. May only be taken once for credit. Prerequisite: CSCI 150 or CSCI 155, with grade of "C" or above.
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