Spring 2018
Meeting:
MW 1:30pm - 3:20pm
SLN:
10321
Section Type:
Lecture
Joint Sections:
NEAR E 357 A , NEAR E 558 A , JSIS A 357 A , JSIS D 572 A , ANTH 357 A
Instructor:
Catalog Description:
Introduces Central Eurasia with a focus on the cultural diversity and societies of the Central Asian republics and Inner Asia (Mongolia, Xinjiang, and Tibet) as well as the adjacent areas of Afghanistan and Iran. Addresses intercultural dynamics, historic inequities, centers of power vs. margins, impact of colonialism on traditional cultures, contemporary inequalities, marginalities and their sociological and political ramifications. Offered: jointly with JSIS D 572/MELC 558.
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
February 13, 2026 - 1:59 am