Anthropology

Professors Ken Barger, Susan Sutton, Richard Ward

Associate Professors Jeanette Dickerson-Putman, Barbara Jackson

Assistant Professors Elizabeth Kryder-Reid, Paul Mullins, Gina Sanchez

Adjunct Professors Associate Professor Janis Beckstrand, Nursing; Professor David Burr, Anatomy; Associate Professor Della Cook, Anthropology, IU Bloomington; Associate Professor Eleanor Donnelly, Nursing; Associate Professor Paul Jamison, Anthropology, IU Bloomington; Carol Jolles, University of Washington; Assistant Professor James R. Jones, Indiana Department of Natural Resources; Robert Kasberg, Assistant Dean, University Graduate School; Professor Robert Meier, Anthropology, IU Bloomington; Elizabeth Moore, Visiting Assistant Scientist, IU School of Dentistry; Associate Professor Susan Shepherd, English; April Sievert, Research Associate, IU Bloomington; Professor June Starr, Law; Baldemar Velasquez, Farm Labor Organizing Committee

Academic Advising: Cavanaugh Hall 413, (317) 274-8207

Anthropology is the study of human cultural and biological diversity across a broad span of time and space. It includes the archaeological study of past societies; ethnographic investigations of contemporary cultures around the world; research into human evolution and genetic variation; and analyses concerning the development, structure, and social use of language.

The IUPUI anthropology program emphasizes the application of anthropological concepts and methods to current issues and concerns. Applied anthropology investigates such topics as how socioeconomic change affects migrant farmworkers, how African American health concepts are related to rates of hypertension, how museum programs can best represent Native Americans, how archaeologists can uncover and preserve the cultural heritage of a group, and how studies of human genetic variation can be used in the detection and counseling of children with genetic disorders.

The anthropology curriculum contributes to student growth in three ways: by broadening their understanding of the human experience across ethnic groups and across time, by encouraging learning and inquiry skills, and by providing practical learning experiences such as community internships and guided student research projects. A major in anthropology can lead to careers in a wide variety of social service organizations, health fields, museums, and businesses. A minor in anthropology can provide a base in human diversity to complement such careers as nursing, social work, education, and urban planning.

The anthropology program has laboratories that assist faculty and students with research in archaeology, biological anthropology, and ethnography. Frequent summer field courses provide further opportunities for students to gain cross-cultural and research experience in settings as diverse as Greece, Belize, Mexico, and archaeological sites in Indiana. The Anthropology Club serves as a forum for students to exchange ideas and hear public speakers.

Major in Anthropology

Upper-level anthropology courses should be distributed to include at least 3 credits in three of the areas of archaeology, cultural anthropology, bioanthropology, and linguistics. A494 (Practicum) serves as a capstone experience for anthropology majors.

As the anthropology program continues to develop, requirements for a major will be periodically updated. Current information may be obtained from the departmental chair or secretary.

Minor in Anthropology

As the anthropology program continues to develop, requirements for a minor will be periodically updated. Current information may be obtained from the departmental chairperson or secretary.

Minor in Cultural Diversity

Courses for the minor explore the genesis and transformation of racial and ethnic categories; the relationship of culture and biology; processes of acculturation and pluralism; the evolution of scholarly thought on human diversity; and ultimately, how it is that any of us comprehends others.

Requirements for the minor are a minimum grade of C in 15 credit hours of course work as follows:

Introductory Courses

A104 Culture and Society (3 cr.) A survey of cultural and social processes that influence human behavior, with comparative examples from different ethnic groups around the world, with the goal of better understanding the broad range of human behavioral potentials and those influences that shape the different expressions of these potentials. (Not open to students who have had A304.)

A201 Survey of Applied Anthropology (3 cr.)
P: A104 or A304, and A103 or A303, or authorization of the instructor. A survey of such issues in applied anthropology as cultural resource management, community development, cross-cultural communication, Third World development, museum studies, archaeological ethics, and the impact of human diversity on health care, education, and social programs.

A303 Evolution and Prehistory (3 cr.)
P: junior standing. An advanced survey of human biological and cultural evolution
from pre-Pleistocene hominids through the development of urbanized state societies. (Not open to students who have had A103.)

A304 Social and Cultural Behavior (3 cr.)
P: junior standing. An advanced survey of cultural and social processes that influence human behavior, with comparative examples from different ethnic groups around the world. (Not open to students who have had A104.)

Advanced Courses

A360 The Development of Anthropological Thought (3 cr.) An overview of the major theoretical developments within anthropology, as the discipline has attempted to produce a universal and unified view of human life based on knowledge of evolution and prehistoric and contemporary cultures.

A361 Applied Cultural Change (3 cr.)
A survey of major concepts of cultural and social change, and an evaluation of different models of applied change. The course emphasizes both a sound understanding of change and its practical application in developmental change.

A395 Field Experiences in Anthropology
(1-3 cr.) P: authorization of the instructor. A supervised field experience in a selected area of anthropology. (May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.)

A401 Cultural Resource Management (3 cr.) The concept of cultural resource management as a theoretical and functional tool to effect the conservation and protection of archaeological resources. Law, project review, site registration, and preservation strtegies will be addressed.

A403 Introduction to Museum Studies (3 cr.) A survey of museology through lectures, guest speakers, readings, actual participation, field trips, etc. Various methods of acquisition, registration, cataloging, collection management, conservation, exhibit design and planning, interpretations, and research.

A405 Museum Methods (3 cr.) An in-depth examination of exhibit and educational functions of museums. Through visitation to many area museums, different philosophies and methods will be critiqued. In addition, emerging issues concerning the relationship of museums and culture will be addressed.

A454 Human Ecology (3 cr.) A survey of the biological and cultural means by which humans adapt to their environment. This course emphasizes the unique nature of human adaptation, focusing on specific human groups and on the general processes of adaptation.

A460 Topics in Anthropology: (variable title) (1-3 cr.) A conceptual examination of selected topics in the field of anthropology. (May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.)

A485 Topics in Applied Anthropology: (variable title) (1-3 cr.) An examination of a selected topic where the concepts, principles, and methods in anthropology are utilized to address a particular community or social issue. (May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.)

B370 Human Variation (3 cr.) Variation within and between human populations in morphology, gene frequencies, and behavior. Biological concepts of race, race classification, along with other taxonomic considerations, and evolutionary processes acting on humans in the past, present, and future.

B371 The Anthropology of Human Nature
(3 cr.) An examination of the foundations of human behavior as viewed from the biocultural and evolutionary perspective of anthropology. This course strives to provide the student with a rational middle ground in the nature/nurture debate by demonstrating that human behavior is innately plastic.

B466 The Primates (3 cr.) The study of our closest living relatives, the prosimians, monkeys, and apes, from the perspective of evolutionary and environmental influences on morphology and complex social behavior.

B480 Human Growth and Development (3 cr.) The study of human growth and development from a biocultural perspective including the physical mechanisms, and social, cultural, and environmental factors that lead to normal growth and development throughout the human life cycle. Causal factors, patterns of expression, and methods of assessment are stressed. Also available for graduate credit.

E300 Culture Areas and Ethnic Groups: (variable title) (1-3 cr.) An ethnographic survey of a selected culture area or ethnic group. (May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.)

E310 Cultures of Africa (3 cr.) An ethnographic survey of culture areas and societies of sub-Saharan Africa.

E316 Prehistory of North America (3 cr.)
This course will introduce students to the cultural variety and complexity of prehistoric native North Americans. The course focuses on the various environmental adaptations, lifeways, social systems, and material culture that have been revealed through archaeological research.

E320 Indians of North America (3 cr.)
An ethnographic survey of native North American culture areas and ethnic groups.

E326 Modern Greek Society (3 cr.) This course examines modern Greek life from an anthropological perspective. Recent Greek history, and the changing circumstances of both village and urban dwellers are explored. The complexity of cross-cultural under- standing emerges as the various images that outsiders hold of modern Greece are compared to the realities of contemporary life there.

E335 Ancient Civilizations of Mesoamerica
(3 cr.) Historical ethnography of the major pre-Columbian civilizations, especially the Aztec, the Maya, and the Zapotec and Mixtec. Emphasis on the social life, cultural achievements, religion, world view and political systems to illustrate the diversity and richness of Amerindian life before the Spanish conquest.

E336 African American Culture (3 cr.)
This course provides an anthropological and comprehensive approach to the study of African American culture. It will focus on the ethnohistory, culture, politics, gender, language, health care, and values of African Americans. A secondary aim of this course is to examine the contemporary issues which affect the African American family.

E356 Cultures of the Pacific (3 cr.) This course examines the varied peoples and adaptations of the three main culture areas in the Pacific region (Micronesia, Polynesia, Melanesia) and explores such topics as male/female relations, sorcery, exchange, colonialism, and economic development.

E380 Urban Anthropology (3 cr.)
An examination of urban social organization
in cross-cultural perspective, including theoretical perspectives on urbanization, kinship and social networks, economic and political factors, and cultural pluralism.

E391 Women in Developing Countries (3 cr.) This course explores the nature of women's roles in developing countries. Particular emphasis is placed on examining how development and cultural change have affected the lives of women.

E402 Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective
(3 cr.) This course considers the meaning and social implications of gender in human society. Cultural definitions of ''male'' and ''female'' gender categories as well as associated behavioral and structural differentiation of gender roles will be analyzed using current anthropological concepts and theories.

E404 Field Methods in Ethnography (3 cr.) Introduction to the methods and techniques anthropologists use to study other peoples. Preparation of a research proposal, interviewing, and the use of life histories and case studies.

E411 Wealth, Exchange, and Power in Anthropological Perspective (3 cr.) This course examines cultural patterns of production, exchange, and consumption, with an emphasis on non-Western societies and how these factors influence economic development in the Third World.

E421 The Anthropology of Aging (3 cr.)
This course explores age and the aging process cross-culturally by looking at the specific cultural context in which individuals age and by analyzing similarities and differences across cultures.

E445 Medical Anthropology (3 cr.) A cross-cultural examination of human biocultural adaptation in health and disease, including biocultural epidemiology; ethnomedical systems in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease; and sociocultural change and health. Also available for graduate credit.

E455 Anthropology of Religion (3 cr.)
Critical evaluation of current approaches to the analysis of religious myth, ritual, and symbolism. Problems in understanding religious beliefs of other cultures. Modern development of anthropology of religion.

E457 Ethnic Identity (3 cr.) A cross-cultural analysis of the nature of ethnic groups and identity, including the effects of colonialism and nationalism on ethnic groups, stereotyping groups, ethnic symbols and styles, and persistence and change in ethnicity.

E470 Psychological Anthropology (3 cr.)
A cross-cultural examination of human behavior in its ethnic context, including selected topics such as socialization, sex roles, altered states of consciousness, and personality and sociocultural change.

L300 Language and Culture (3 cr.) This course explores the relationships between language and culture, focusing on research methodology and surveying various theoretical frameworks. Topics to be discussed include linguistic relativity (the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis), ethnographies of communication, interview techniques, and methods of data collection and analysis.

L401 Language, Power, and Gender (3 cr.) This course investigates sociocultural aspects of language use, focusing on the interaction of power and gender with language. Topics include differences in men's and women's language use, discourse patterns and power relationships, and identity and language use. To what extent does the language we speak sustain the dominance of certain groups in our society?

P220 The Rise of Civilization (3 cr.)
Covers the development of complex societies in several regions of the world. The material is approached from an anthropological perspective, with emphasis on archaeological methods of data collection and analysis. Early civilizations in Iraq, India, Egypt, Rome, China, Peru, and Central America will be discussed.

P402 Archaeological Method and Theory
(3 cr.) This class is concerned with how archaeologists know what they know about the past. Methods of data collection are reviewed and theoretical interpretations are discussed. The focus of the course is on evaluation of archaeological research and explanation, with special emphasis on critical thinking.

A408 Museum Practicum (1-4 cr.) P: A403
and A405 or authorization of the instructor. Independent work of student's choice in one aspect of the museum field. Relevant readings required. (May not be repeated for more than 8 credit hours.)

Independent Study Courses

A495 Independent Studies in Anthropology
(2-4 cr.) P: authorization of the instructor. A supervised, in-depth examination through individual research on a particular topic selected and conducted by the student in consultation with an anthropology faculty member.

A594 Independent Learning in Applied Anthropology (3 cr.) P: authorization of the instructor. Independent research/training using the anthropological perspective/
methods in addressing social issues. The project must be a discrete activity with a concrete product, conducted in conjunction with the student's anthropology advisor and the member of the organization where she or he will be located. (May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.)

A600 Seminar in Anthropology (2-4 cr.)

Graduate Minor in Anthropology and Health

Course Requirements

Courses

A594 Independent Learning in Applied Anthropology (3 cr.) P: authorization of instructor. Independent research/training using anthropological perspectives/methods in addressing social issues. The project must be a discrete activity with a concrete product, conducted in conjunction with the student's anthropology advisor and the member of the organization where she or he will be located. (May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.)

Research Methods in the Anthropology of Health

B523 Anthropometry (3 cr.)

B525 Genetic Methods in Anthropology (3 cr.)

E404 Field Methods in Ethnography (3 cr.)

E606 Research Methods in Cultural Anthropology (3 cr.)

L605 Field Methods in Anthropological Linquistics (3 cr.)

Electives