Current Graduate Courses
Fall 2026
ANTH
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A610
Anthropological Theory
3 Credits
Anthropological Theory
Traces the development of the science of anthropology. Presents key leaders and theoretical paradigms, concluding with contemporary practice. Special Note: Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth projects, additional class readings, and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and admission to the Master of Arts in Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, or Bachelor of Science in Anthropology May be stacked with: ANTH A410
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Blended
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70496 851 TR 4:00PM - 5:15PM BMH 119 Ogilvie, Kristen August 24 - December 12 0 View detailed information for CRN:70496 851 TR 4:00PM - 5:15PM DIST ONLINE Ogilvie, Kristen August 24 - December 12 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A611
Archaeological Theory
3 Credits
Archaeological Theory
Provides a survey of theoretical approaches and practice in contemporary archaeology. Includes class discussions based on readings, and student presentations. Special Note: Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth projects, additional class readings, and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and admission to the Master of Arts in Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, or Bachelor of Science in Anthropology May be stacked with: ANTH A411
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Blended
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70497 851 MW 2:30PM - 3:45PM BMH 241 Taivalkoski, Ariel August 24 - December 12 1 View detailed information for CRN:70497 851 MW 2:30PM - 3:45PM DIST ONLINE Taivalkoski, Ariel August 24 - December 12 1 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A615
Meth/Prac in Appl Soc Scie
3 Credits
Meth/Prac in Appl Soc Scie
Examines history, theories, and methods of applied social science, emphasizing community-engaged practice, ethics, and evidence-based problem-solving and policy-informing in Alaska and beyond. Special Note: Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth research, additional class readings and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing May Be Stacked With: ANTH A415
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CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:75036 851 Spiers, Kent August 24 - December 12 1 -
A652
Global Biocultural Evolution
3 Credits
Global Biocultural Evolution
Applies modern biocultural theory - including genetics, epigenetics, growth and development, and evolutionary biology - to highlight current understandings of human genetic and phenotypic variation. Explores the historical role that biological anthropology played in the construction of social hierarchies and cultural concepts of biology. Special Note: Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth research, additional class readings and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing May Be Stacked With: ANTH A452
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Blended
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:75038 851 MW 11:30AM - 12:45AM BMH 119 Anctil, Mallory August 24 - December 12 2 View detailed information for CRN:75038 851 MW 11:30AM - 12:45AM DIST ONLINE Anctil, Mallory August 24 - December 12 2 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A680
Adv Analyt Techn Arch/Bioanth
4 Credits
Adv Analyt Techn Arch/Bioanth
Critically examines data quality, sampling, quantification and interpretation of material remains with an emphasis on laboratory methods. Topics vary by semester and may include human osteology, zooarchaeology, lithics, ceramics and archaeobotany, among others. Special Note: May be repeated two times with a change of subtitle. Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth research, additional class readings and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing May be stacked with: ANTH A480
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:75040 851 MWF 1:00PM - 2:15PM BMH 119 Smith, Gerad August 24 - December 12 1 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A690C
Studies Belief & Identity
3 Credits
Studies Belief & Identity
Examines and evaluates cross-cultural perspectives on identity related to ethnicity, language, gender, religion and other social factors. Topical emphasis will vary by semester. Special Note: May be repeated once with a change of subtitle. Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth research, additional class readings and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing May Be Stacked With: ANTH A490C
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CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:75026 851 Dunstan, Adam August 24 - December 12 2 -
A690D
Topics in Contemporary North
3 Credits
Topics in Contemporary North
Examines and evaluates contemporary Alaska topics, especially as they pertain to Indigenous peoples and communities and the broader Circumpolar North. Identifies ways in which anthropologists and archaeologists address these issues. Topical emphasis will vary by semester. Special Note: May be repeated once with a change of subtitle. Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth research, additional class readings and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing May Be Stacked With: ANTH A490D
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CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:75049 851 Spiers, Kent August 24 - December 12 1 -
A695
Anthropology Practicum
1 - 3 Credits
Anthropology Practicum
Engages in an anthropology practicum in the public or private sector. Emphasizes the application of anthropological skills under the supervision of a professional anthropologist. Special Note: Arranged practicum between graduate advisor and an outside mentor. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and admission to the Master of Arts in Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, or Bachelor of Science in Anthropology
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76559 601 - ARR ARR Van Dommelen, Dorn August 24 - December 12 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A697
Independent Study
1 - 6 Credits
Independent Study
No description available for this course.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76753 601 - ARR ARR Taivalkoski, Ariel August 24 - December 12 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A698
Individual Research
1 - 3 Credits
Individual Research
Engages student in supervised field, laboratory and/or library research that precedes research capstone activities (thesis research or applied project). Special Note: Students may enroll for variable credit, but at least two credits are required for graduation. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76692 601 - ARR ARR Taivalkoski, Ariel August 24 - December 12 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.