ANTH 499

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Topics in Anthropology

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Credit: 4 hours.

Research seminar on specialized topics in anthropology.

4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

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ANTH 499 class schedule data for fall 2025
CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
71917	Seminar	LD	2:00PM -3:20PM	TR	326 David Kinley Hall	David, L	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/25/25-12/10/25 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: Genetic Relatedness Section Info: This seminar provides an in-depth exploration of genetic ancestry, similarity, and relatedness. We will critically evaluate the scientific methods used in genetic studies of human populations. Throughout the course, students will engage in critical discussions on genetics related to ancestry, genealogies, kinship, ethnicity, and race. We will also explore the social, ethical, and legal implications of genetics in society.
63057	Lecture-Discussion	PJ	12:30PM -1:50PM	TR	109A Davenport Hall	Jelinek, P	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/25/25-12/10/25 Section Title: Neuroanthropology Section Info: This course provides an introduction to evolutionary and biocultural approaches to studies of the human brain including how biology and culture influence and shape human behavior as envisioned through brain evolution, development, and function.
50212	Lecture-Discussion	RM	1:00PM -2:20PM	MW	219 David Kinley Hall	Malhi, R	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/25/25-12/10/25 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: Paleogenomics Section Info: Paleogenomics is the study of degraded DNA from biological materials from ancient times to learn about past species, environments and evolutionary processes. For a field of study less than fifty years old, it’s had a remarkable impact on scholarly interpretations of the past. In this course we will review and discuss influential and innovative studies, the ethical and societal impacts of paleogenomic research, as well as the changing practices in this field.