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Anthropology of Death

Description:
Although human mortality occurs in all societies, it is understood and defined differently within various settings. This course examines how culture influences the way people respond to the fact of death. Key themes include: the analysis of funeral rituals; religion and art in relation to death; cultural dimensions of mourning; and the relationship between social organization and death.

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2013 Spring

Section Class Number Weekly Schedule Time Instructor Location
01 3558 TuTh 08:00 AM - 09:15 AM Waters,Alan F M01-0418 More Info

2013 Summer

Section Class Number Weekly Schedule Time Instructor Location
01A 1176 MW 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM Waters,Alan F W01-0060 More Info