Current Anthropology Courses at UAA
Fall Semester 2021
ANTH
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A101
*Intro to Anthropology
3 Credits
*Intro to Anthropology
Introduces fundamentals of the four subfields of anthropology: archaeology, cultural anthropology, biological anthropology and anthropological linguistics. Emphasizes basic ideas, perspectives and methods of anthropology. Special Note: Recommended for non-majors. Majors can apply it to their degree as a program elective.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70460 601 TR 4:00PM - 5:15PM BMH 116 Anctil, Mallory August 23 - December 11 39 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70461 802 Anctil, Mallory August 23 - December 11 39 -
A200
*Alaska Native Cultures
3 Credits
*Alaska Native Cultures
Surveys Alaska Native peoples, including cultural heritage, ethnohistory, and contemporary experiences from an anthropological perspective. Covers environmental settings, linguistic subdivisions, precolonial sociocultural organization and subsistence patterns, contact with non-Native groups, and key issues, including education, politics and law.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70464 601 MW 5:30PM - 6:45PM BMH 116 Carraher, Sarah August 23 - December 11 3 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70462 801 Carraher, Sarah August 23 - December 11 4 View detailed information for CRN:70463 802 Lambourn, Rebecca August 23 - December 11 4 View detailed information for CRN:70465 803 Eufemio, Elizabeth August 23 - December 11 3 View detailed information for CRN:75340 891 Eufemio, Elizabeth August 23 - December 11 16 -
A202
*Cultural Anthropology
3 Credits
*Cultural Anthropology
Introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, ethical considerations and methods in the study of culture and cultural change. Emphasizes cross-cultural comparisons of sociopolitical systems, kinship, ethnicity, gender, subsistence, religion and art, integrating applied, local, regional and global perspectives.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70467 601 TR 1:00PM - 2:15PM BMH 116 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 3 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70466 801 Anaya, Elizabeth August 23 - December 11 7 View detailed information for CRN:77259 802 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 8 -
A211
*Archaeology
3 Credits
*Archaeology
Introduces the historical development, basic concepts, terminology, ethical considerations, theories, and methods of archaeology with an emphasis on North American approaches.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70470 601 TR 2:30PM - 3:45PM BMH 119 Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 17 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A211L
Archaeology Laboratory
1 Credits
Archaeology Laboratory
Introduces students to archaeological laboratory practice. Includes archaeological survey, mapping, material identification and analysis, 3D modeling, geoarchaeology, and other archaeological techniques.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70471 601 T 4:00PM - 6:45PM BMH 119 Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 16 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A390A
Arctic and Subarctic Cultures
3 Credits
Arctic and Subarctic Cultures
Explores anthropological perspectives on Arctic and Subarctic peoples, focusing on Indigenous cultures, settlement, history, languages, social transformations and contemporary experiences. Cultural or sub-regional focus will vary by semester. Special Note: May be repeated once with a change of subtitle.
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Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76871 801 Kugo, Yoko August 23 - December 11 0 -
A410
Anthropological Theory
3 Credits
Anthropological Theory
Traces the development of the discipline of anthropology. Presents key leaders and theoretical paradigms, concluding with contemporary practice. Special Note: Senior seminar for anthropology majors includes individual creation of student ePortfolio highlighting learning over the course of major. Not available for credit to students who have completed ANTH A610. Registration Restrictions: Admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Bachelor of Science in Anthropology or Minor in Anthropology; senior standing; and 9 credits of 300- and/or 400-level ANTH courses with a minimum grade of C May be stacked with: ANTH A610
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70473 651 MW 10:00AM - 11:15AM BMH 117 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 5 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77004 801 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 6 -
A430
Research Methods Cultural Anth
3 Credits
Research Methods Cultural Anth
Introduces modes of scientific data gathering, analysis and interpretation in cultural anthropology. Includes the logic of scientific inquiry, research design, data collection and analysis, field work strategies, ethnographic and report writing, community/partner collaboration, and ethics in social science research. Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed ANTH A630. May be stacked with: ANTH A630
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76199 651 MW 1:00PM - 2:15PM BMH 116 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 10 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77005 801 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 6 -
A455
*Culture and Health
3 Credits
*Culture and Health
Surveys the relationship of human culture to health and disease. Includes ancient disease and impact on human evolution, interrelationship between biology and culture, alternative health systems, and applicability to contemporary problems. Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed ANTH A655. Registration Restrictions: Completion of Tier 1 (basic college-level) GER courses May be stacked with: ANTH A655
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76197 651 TR 1:00PM - 2:15PM BMH 239 Carraher, Sarah August 23 - December 11 0 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77006 801 Carraher, Sarah August 23 - December 11 1 -
A477
Cultural Resource Management
3 Credits
Cultural Resource Management
Provides an integrated anthropological perspective on historic preservation and the management of cultural resources in the United States. Includes the history of resource protection legislation, the design and implementation of cultural resource management projects, and applications of relevant cultural resource laws, including ethical issues. Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed ANTH A677. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing. May be stacked with: ANTH A677
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76848 651 TR 11:30AM - 12:45AM BMH 119 Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 21 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77032 851 Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 2 -
A490C
Belief and Identity
3 Credits
Belief and Identity
Cross-cultural perspectives on identity related to ethnicity, language, gender, religion and other social factors. Emphasis on topics will vary by semester. Special Note: May be repeated once with a change of subtitle. Not available for credit for students who have completed ANTH A690C with the same subtitle. May be stacked with: ANTH A690C
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Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A495
Practicum in Anthropology
1 - 3 Credits
Practicum in Anthropology
Applies practical anthropological skills learned under the supervision of a professional anthropologist. Special Note: May be repeated once. Registration Restrictions: 15 credit hours in Anthropology, instructor approval and agency mentor approval
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77437 701 - ARR ARR Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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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: Admission to the Master of Arts in Anthropology May be stacked with: ANTH A410
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76193 651 MW 10:00AM - 11:15AM BMH 117 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 5 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A630
Adv Research Meth-Cult Anthro
3 Credits
Adv Research Meth-Cult Anthro
Introduces in depth the modes of scientific data gathering, analysis, and interpretation related in cultural anthropology. Includes the logic of scientific inquiry, research design, data collection and analysis, field work strategies, ethnographic and report writing, ethics in social science research, and grant proposal preparation. 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 A430
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76198 651 MW 1:00PM - 2:15PM BMH 116 Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 3 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A677
Cultural Resource Management
3 Credits
Cultural Resource Management
Provides an integrated anthropological perspective on historic preservation and the management of cultural resources in the United States. Includes the history of resource protection legislation, the design and implementation of cultural resource management projects, and applications of relevant cultural resource laws, including ethical issues. Special Note: Graduate students will be assigned more in-depth projects, additional class readings, and mentoring positions for undergraduates. Registration Restrictions: Admission to the Master of Arts in Anthropology May be stacked with: ANTH A477
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76847 651 TR 11:30AM - 12:45AM BMH 119 Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 4 Blackboard
CRN Section Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77030 851 Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 1 -
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:78002 601 - ARR ARR Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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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: Admission to the Master of Arts in Anthropology
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70477 601 - ARR ARR Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 3 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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CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77997 601 - ARR ARR Hanson, Diane August 23 - December 11 0 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A698
Individual Research
1 - 9 Credits
Individual Research
Engages student in supervised field, laboratory and/or library research that precedes thesis writing. Special Note: Only 3 credits can be used to fulfill minimum 30-credit requirement for graduation. May be repeated for a maximum of 18 credits.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76846 601 - ARR ARR Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 12 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A699
Thesis Research
1 - 6 Credits
Thesis Research
Engages student in independent research conducted under the supervision of a graduate committee. Special Note: Students may enroll for variable credit, but at least three credits are required for graduation. Offered during all semesters. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Registration Restrictions: Advancement to candidacy and thesis chair approval
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CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:70478 701 - OFC CMPS Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 5 View detailed information for CRN:76192 601 - ARR ARR Ogilvie, Kristen August 23 - December 11 3 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.