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Undergraduate Courses
ANTH 102. Being Human: An Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology.
Dr. Katia Almeida - M/W 9:00 - 10:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 52439
Dr. Melvyn Goldstein – T/Th 1:15-2:30 PM – 3 credits - CRN 73451
The nature of culture and humans as culture-bearing animals. The range of cultural phenomena including language, social organization, religion, and culture change, and the relevance of
anthropology for contemporary social, economic, and ecological problems.
ANTH 103. Introduction to Human Evolution.
Adriann Balok - M/W/F 9:30 -10:20 AM - 3 credits - CRN 45511
Dr. Cynthia Beall - T/Th 10:00 - 11:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 76242
Physical, cultural, and technological evolution of humans. The systematic interrelationships
between humans, culture, and environment.
ANTH 107. Archaeology: An Introduction.
Dr. Jim Shaffer - T/Th 10:00 - 11:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 69036
Basic archaeological concepts are discussed followed by a review of human cultural and biological
evolution from the earliest times through development of state organized societies. Geographical
scope is worldwide with special attention given to ecological and cultural relationships affecting
human societies through time.
ANTH 202. Archaeology of Eastern North America.
Dr. Brian Redmond - T/Th 2:45 - 4:00 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10045
This course is an introduction to the archaeology and prehistory of the eastern woodlands of North
America. Course material will focus on the archaeological record of native societies living east of the
Mississippi River from the first arrivals at the end of the Pleistocene up to the coming of Europeans.
Specific topics for discussion include late Pleistocene settlement, hunter-gatherer environmental
adaptations, the origin of food production, and the development of ranked societies.
ANTH 215. Health, Culture, and Disease: An Introduction to Medical Anthropology.
Dr. Eileen Anderson-Fye - T/Th 10:00 - 11:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 37858
This course is an introduction to the field of medical anthropology. Medical Anthropology is
concerned with the cross-cultural study of culture, health, and illness. During the course of the
semester, our survey will include (1) theoretical orientations and key concepts; (2) the cross-cultural
diversity of health beliefs and practices (abroad and at home); and (3) contemporary issues and
special populations (e.g. AIDS, homelessness, refugees, women’s health, and children at risk).
ANTH 318. Death and Dying.
Dr. Charlotte Ikels - T/Th 1:15 - 2:30 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10059
Examines cultural context of death and dying. Topics include social and psychological consequences
of changing patterns of mortality, attitudes toward the taking of life, preparation for death, mortuary rituals, grief and mourning, and nature of relationship between living and dead. Prerequisite: ANTH 102 or consent of the department.
ANTH 319. Introduction to Statistical Analysis in the Social Sciences
Dr. Marc Abramiuk - M/W/F 10:30 - 11:20 AM - 3 credits - CRN 10086
Statistical description (central tendency, variation, correlation, etc.) and statistical evaluation (two
sample comparisons, regression, analysis of variance, non parametric statistics). Developing an
understanding of statistical inference, particularly on proper usage of statistical methods. Examples
from the social sciences.
Cannot be used to meet the A&S Humanities and Social Sciences requirement. Not available
for credit to students who have completed STAT 201 or PSCL 282.
ANTH 330. Special Topics in Prehistory. Topic: Archaeology of Mesoamerica.
Dr. Marc Abramiuk - M/W/F 9:30 - 10:20 AM - 3 credits - CRN 31988
From 1500 B.C. until the Spanish Conquest, the area known as Mesoamerica (modern day:
Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador), was occupied by several ancient
civilizations – among them, the Maya and the Aztecs. During their florescence, these miraculous ancient people constructed some of the largest bustling cities of their time. They excelled in
engineering, art, and astronomy. They had rich histories, full of political intrigue, which can be
pieced together from the archaeological record. Just as quickly as they arose in the rainforests and
highlands of Mesoamerica, the people of these civilizations abandoned their cities. We will learn
about these people, how they lived, what they accomplished, and we will explore the reasons for
their rise and fall.
Prerequisite: ANTH 102 or 107 or consent of the department.
ANTH 331. Ancient Civilizations of the Near East:
Dr. Jim Shaffer - T/Th 2:45 - 4:00 PM 3 credits - CRN 73499
The social, economic, and ecological factors involved in the formation of the earliest Asian
civilizations. The developmental role of cities, warfare, trade, and irrigation considered with respect
to “state” formation in Mesopotamia, Iran, and the Indus Valley.
Prerequisite: ANTH 102 or 107 or consent of the department.
ANTH 337. Comparative Medical Systems.
Dr. Atwood Gaines - M/W 12:30 - 1:45 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10105
This course considers the world’s major medical systems. Foci include professional and folk medical
systems of Asia and South Asia, North and South America, Europe and the Mediterranean, including
the Christian and Islamic medical traditions. Attention is paid to medical origins and the relationship
of popular to professional medicines. The examination of each medical tradition includes
consideration of its psychological medicine and system of medical ethics.
Prerequisite: ANTH 215.
ANTH 352. Japanese Culture and Society
Dr. Charlotte Ikels - T/Th 8:30 - 9:45 AM - 3 credits - CRN 10090
Focuses on contemporary Japanese cultural and social institutions. Topics include child rearing,
personality, values, education, gender roles, the dual economy, and popular culture.
Prerequisite: ANTH 102 or consent of the department.
Cross-list: ASIA 352.
ANTH 359. Introduction to International Health. Dr. Janet McGrath - M/W 12:30 - 1:45 PM - 3 credits - CRN 77958
Critical health problems and needs in developing countries. Prevalence of infectious disease,
malnutrition, chronic disease, injury control. Examines strategies for improvement of health in
less-developed countries.
Prerequisite: ANTH 102.
ANTH 369D. The Anthropology of Nutrition.
Dr. Lawrence Greksa - T/Th 10:00 - 11:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 14782
Human nutrition is examined from an anthropological perspective. We will briefly cover methods or assessing and evaluating dietary intake and dietary patterns. The remainder of the course will focus on various social, ecological, and genetic factors which influence human nutritional patterns and the causes and consequences of protein-energy malnutrition. The course will be taught in a seminar format and is designed to enhance your skills in critically reading the
anthropological literature and in improving your written and oral communication skills.
This course is an approved SAGES Departmental Seminar.
ANTH 371. Culture, Behavior, and Person: Psychological Anthropology.
Dr. Atwood Gaines - M/W 9:00 - 10:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 32428
Cross-cultural perspectives on personality, human development, individual variability, cognition, deviant behavior, and the role of the individual in his/her society. Classic and contemporary
anthropological writings on Western and non-Western societies.
Prerequisite: ANTH 102 or consent of the department.
ANTH 375. Human Evolution: The Fossil Evidence.
Dr. Yohannes Haile-Selassie - M/W/F 4:00 - 4:50 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10120
This course will survey the biological and behavioral changes that occurred in the hominid lineage
during the past five million years. In addition to a thorough review of the fossil evidence for human
evolution, students will develop the theoretical framework in evolutionary biology.
Prerequisites: ANTH 103 and BIOL 110.
Cross-list: ANAT 375.
ANTH 379. Topics in Cultural and Social Anthropology. Special Topic: Cultures of Latin America.
Dr. Katia Almeida - M/W 12:30 - 1:45 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10163
The aim of this course is to consider cultural diversity and social inequality in contemporary Latin America from an anthropological perspective. A variety of aspects related to ethnicity, religion, music, gender, social movements, cuisine, urban spaces, violence, and ecology are considered in addition to current economic and political issues. These topics will be analyzed in relation to Latin America's complex historical and social formation and its identity representations. The course takes under consideration various and detailed case studies in which not just local communities but also perceptions of national institutions and practices will be analyzed from pluralistic approaches (provided by either Latin American and non- Latin American researchers) that combine fieldwork, interviews and life experiences with textual and media sources. Prerequisite: ANTH 102.
ANTH 380. Independent Study in Laboratory Archaeology I.
Dr. Brian Redmond - TBA - 1-3 credits - CRN V4136
This course provides an introduction to the basic methods and techniques of artifact curation and
laboratory analysis in archaeology. Under the supervision of the department, each student will
develop and carry out a focused project of material analysis and interpretation using the archaeology
collections of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Each student is required to spend a
minimum of two hours per week in the Archaeology laboratory at the Cleveland Museum of Natural
History for each credit hour taken. By the end of the course, the students will prepare a short report
describing the results of their particular project.
Prerequisite: ANTH 107, permission of department, and prior permission of the Archaeology
Department of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
ANTH 391. Honors Tutorial .
Staff - TBA - 3 credits - CRN 76833
Prerequisite: Acceptance into Honors Program.
ANTH 392. Honors Tutorial.
Staff - TBA - 3 credits - CRN 76857
Prerequisite: Acceptance into Honors Program.
ANTH 393. Human Ecology: The Biology of Human Adaptability.
Dr. Cynthia Beall - T/Th 1:15 - 2:30 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10172
The place of human populations in the ecosystem. The importance of biological and behavioral
responses of populations ranging from hunters and gatherers to contemporary and industrial
societies. The effect of various natural and man-made stresses on man’s adaptation to the
environment.
Prerequisite: ANTH 103 or consent of the department.
ANTH 396. Undergraduate Research in Evolutionary Biology.
Staff - TBA - 3 credits - CRN 77553
Students propose and conduct guided research on an aspect of evolutionary biology. The research
will be sponsored and supervised by a member of the CASE faculty or other qualified professional.
A written report must be submitted to the Evolutionary Biology Steering Committee before credit is
granted.
Prerequisite: ANTH/BIOL/GEOL/PHIL 225, and consent of the department.
Cross-list: BIOL/GEOL/PHIL 396.
ANTH 398. Anthropology SAGES Capstone.
Staff - TBA - 3 credits - CRN 58472
Supervised original research on a topic in anthropology, culminating in a written report and a public
presentation. The research project may be in the form of an independent research project, a
literature review, or some other original project with anthropological significance. The project must
be approved and supervised by faculty. Group research projects are acceptable, but a plan which
clearly identifies the distinct and substantial role of each participant must be approved by the
supervising faculty. Approved SAGES capstone.
Prerequisite: Major in Anthropology.
ANTH 399. Independent Study.
Staff - TBA - 1-6 credits - CRN V4069
Students may propose topics for independent reading and research.
Prerequisite: consent of the department.
GRADUATE COURSES
ANTH 418. Death and Dying.
Dr. Charlotte Ikels - T/Th 1:15 - 2:30 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10077
(See ANTH 318).
ANTH 437. Comparative Medical Systems.
Dr. Atwood Gaines - M/W 12:30 - 1:45 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10118
(See ANTH 337).
ANTH 452. Japanese Culture and Society
Dr. Charlotte Ikels - T/Th 8:30 - 9:45 AM - 3 credits - CRN 10191
(See ANTH 352).
ANTH 459. Introduction to International Health.
Dr. Janet McGrath - M/W 12:30 - 1:45 PM - 3 credits - CRN 77960
(See ANTH 359).
ANTH 469. The Anthropology of Nutrition.
Dr. Lawrence Greksa - T/Th 10:00 - 11:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 14798
Prerequisite: Consent of department.
(See ANTH 369D.)
ANTH 471. Culture, Behavior, and Person: Psychological Anthropology.
Dr. Atwood Gaines - M/W 9:00 - 10:15 AM - 3 credits - CRN 32432
(See ANTH 371).
ANTH 475. Human Evolution: The Fossil Evidence.
Dr. Yohannes Haile-Selassie - M/W/F 4:00 - 4:50 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10147
(See ANTH 375).
ANTH 479. Topics in Cultural and Social Anthropology. Special Topic: Cultures of Latin America.
Dr. Katia Almeida - M/W 12:30 - 1:45 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10200
(See ANTH 379).
ANTH 480. The Anthropology of Health and Illness I.
Dr. Lawrence Greksa – W/F 3:00-5:00 PM – 3 credits - CRN 75014
Part one of the graduate core course in medical anthropology includes sections giving an overview
of topics such as the history and conceptual development of medical anthropology, anthropological
epidemiology, psychiatric anthropology, social networks/support systems, and health care systems.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
ANTH 493. Human Ecology: The Biology of Human Adaptability.
Dr. Cynthia Beall - T/Th 1:15 - 2:30 PM - 3 credits - CRN 10172
(See ANTH 393).
ANTH 504. Anthropological Research Design.
Dr. Janet McGrath - M 3:00 - 5:30 PM - 3 credits - CRN 69047
Practical and theoretical issues in the selection of questions for health and aging research in societal
settings. Illustration of frameworks and designs for research. Discussion of the problems of
collection, analysis, and interpretation of data along with the non-scientific influences on the research
process and the use of results.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
ANTH 511. Seminar in Anthropology and Global Health: Topic: Global Mental Health.
Dr. Eileen Anderson-Fye T 3:00 - 5:30 PM 3 credits - CRN 10553
This course examines the current issues in global health and the emerging anthropological
paradigm directed at global health issues. The objective of the course is to provide graduate
students in medical anthropology an in-depth examination of global health from several
perspectives. The course will feature perspectives from anthropologists as well as others working
in the fields of global health.
Prerequisite: ANTH 480 or ANTH 481 or consent of department.
ANTH 599. Tutorial (1-18 credits) - CRN V4071
Advanced studies in anthropology.
ANTH 601. Independent Research (1-18 credits) - CRN V4072
ANTH 700. Dissertation Fieldwork (0 credit) - CRN 49696
Students conducting dissertation fieldwork off-campus may choose to register for this course with
the permission of their dissertation advisor. Students may register for a maximum of one academic
year. Under extraordinary circumstances (e.g. civil war) students may petition for additional time.
Prerequisites: Must be Ph.D. candidate with an approved dissertation prospectus and have
permission of department.
ANTH 701. Dissertation (Ph.D.) (1-18 credits) - CRN V4073
Prerequisite: Must be Ph.D. candidate and have consent of the department.
ANTH 703. Appointed Dissertation Fellowship (1-8 credits) - CRN V1704
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