ANTH 357 A: Peoples and Cultures of Central and Inner Asia

Autumn 2021
Meeting:
W 1:30pm - 3:20pm / SAV 168
SLN:
10341
Section Type:
Lecture
Joint Sections:
NEAR E 357 A , JSIS A 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 A 357/MELC 357.
GE Requirements Met:
Social Sciences (SSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
March 28, 2024 - 4:01 pm