ANTH 396: Issues in Anthropology: Social Sciences

ANTH 396-003: Archaeology of Ritual
(Spring 2018)

03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR

David J. King Hall 2084

Section Information for Spring 2018

What is religion and how does it differ from rituals? ANTH 396/699 is a discussion and writing intensive seminar that will attempt to answer these questions through the exploration of diverse theories and methods including practice theory, structuration and performance theory. The course delves into specific definitions of ritual and religion drawing on religious studies and anthropological theory, and will cover diverse themes including the origins of religion, animism, and ritualized production. We examine the role of specific rituals like feasting, the meanings behind burial practices, and the materiality of ritual practice. We will explore these themes through a cross-cultural perspective, examining Old World and New World case studies. Basic introduction to anthropological theory is encouraged prior to taking the course.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Topic of contemporary interest in anthropology, focusing on social science topics of interest. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 18 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies, Non-Western Culture
Schedule Type: Lec/Sem #1, Lec/Sem #2, Lec/Sem #3, Lec/Sem #4, Lec/Sem #5, Lec/Sem #6, Lec/Sem #7, Lec/Sem #8, Lec/Sem #9, Lecture, Sem/Lec #10, Sem/Lec #11, Sem/Lec #12, Sem/Lec #13, Sem/Lec #14, Sem/Lec #15, Sem/Lec #16, Sem/Lec #17, Sem/Lec #18
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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