Fulfills 3 hrs. of the 9 hr. social science distribution requirement

Course Description:

What makes you who you are? In part, culture shapes your behaviors, worldview, and identity. Culture is a learned and shared set of practices and beliefs that create such diverse human populations throughout the world. This course is an introduction to the research methods used by cultural anthropologists and the topics that they study. We will learn about the various aspects that make up human culture, such as language, religion, and social organization. We will also explore how culture is constantly changing and adapting because of migration, globalization, and advancements in technology.