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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the ways of life of the native peoples of coastal Washington, British Columbia, and Southeastern Alaska from European contact to contemporary times, including traditional methods of fishing, arts, potlatches, status systems, and wealth and their impact on the modern life of the region. (2)
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A comparative study of Native North American cultures from their arrival on the continent through today. Examination of U.S. and Canadian laws, policies, and conflicts, issues of sovereignty, and religious rights. (4)
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3.00 Credits
An archaeological reconstruction of economic, social, political, and religious life in North America from the time the first settlers entered the continent during the Ice Ages to the Mound Builders of later times and ultimately to the first contact with European settlers. (4)
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3.00 Credits
Opportunity to study the health status of Native Americans. Overview of the history and culture of selected Native American tribes and nations, perspectives on health and illness, trends in population and health status, and traditions of Native American healing. (4)
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3.00 Credits
An investigation of American social patterns and problems designed to give insights from a cross-cultural perspective; exploration of American solutions to common human problems; a determination of what is unique about the "American Way." (4)
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3.00 Credits
"The temple steps ran red with blood," thus goes the collectivecry in Spanish descriptions of Aztec sacrifice. This course examines this fascinating culture using ethnohistoric and archaeological information. The objectives are to understand the nature of Aztec culture and how it helps provide a more realistic perspective of Mesoamerican prehistory. (4)
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3.00 Credits
Millions of Americans have never been north of the equator. Who are these "other" Americans? This survey coursefamiliarizes the student with a broad range of Latin American peoples and problems. Topics range from visions of the supernatural to problems of economic development. (4)
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of American Jewish culture through its roots in the lifeways of Eastern European Ashkenazic Jews and its transformation in the United States. Emphasis on Jewish history, religion, literature, music, and humor as reflections of basic Jewish cultural themes. (4)
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3.00 Credits
Study of Africa's diverse cultures. Focus on early studies of villages and topics such as kinship, religion, and social structure, and on more recent studies of urban centers, the impact of colonialism, popular culture, and post-colonial politics. (4)
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The history and cultural diversity of Hawai'i. Spend time in Honolulu and on the island of Kaua'i, visiting cultural sites and working with community based organizations. Anthropological writings, history, and literature will provide a wider perspective and a framework for analysis of our experiences. (4)
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