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In this course we will analyze interrelationships between humans and their environments using an anthropological lens. We will study human biological and cultural adaptations to a variety of biomes. We will explore the impacts of human behavior on ecosystems including, for instance, fossil fuel usage and industrialized agriculture; a theme throughout the semester will therefore be climate change. The course also introduces the significance of economic systems to ecosystems. As such, we will consider topics such as consumption, resources and privilege, and human health. Throughout the semester and as our conclusion we will emphasize the importance of resilience, creativity, and action in addressing ecological concerns.
ANTH 100 (Introduction to Cultural Anthroplogy) or ANTH 200 (Cultures and the Global System); ANTH 120 (Human Origins and Variation) or BZ 101 (Humans and Other Animals) or LAND 220/LIFE 220 (Fundamentals of Ecology)
Please check the CSU Bookstore for textbook information. Textbook listings are available at the CSU Bookstore about 3 weeks prior to the start of the term.