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AN: Courses In Anthropology
Department of Sociology & Anthropology

AN/SO 204 Cultural Anthropology 3 Cr
An analysis of the nature of culture and society and a survey of the
range of cultural phenomena with emphasis placed on social structures
and the dynamic interrelationship existing between the various social
institutions offered even years. Fall semester. Fulfills global diversity
requirement.

AN/SO 208 The Family 3 Cr
An anthropological and sociological investigation of the marriage and
family institutions in various cultures and their influences upon both
individuals and social organizations. Analysis of family communications;
one’s choices in relationships; parenting; life transitions; and
the roles of gender, property, power, and love in marriage and family.
Prerequisite: SO 101 or consent of instructor. Odd year, Fall semester.
Fulfills National Diversity requirement.

AN/SO 218 Introduction to Native American Studies 3 Cr
An overview of American Indian histories, cultures, religions, and
philosophies. The course examines the continuity between traditional
and contemporary ways of life, Native American education,
and American Indians in Montana. Every semester. Fulfills national
diversity requirements.

AN/SO 317 Ethnic and Racial Relations 3 Cr
An anthropological and sociological examination of ethnic and
racial relations within and between different socio-cultural groups,
including an analysis of ethnic differences and the various patterns
of individual, social, social psychological, and cultural relationships.
Prerequisite: SO 101. Offered even year Spring. Fulfills National
Diversity requirement.

AN/SO 318 American Indians 3 Cr
An in-depth examination of selected Native American groups, cultural
areas, and contemporary issues, such as Tribal Law, Federal and State
legal issues including water, hunting and fishing rights, or Native
American spirituality. Prerequisite AN/SO 204 or AN/SO 218. Odd
year, Spring semester. Fulfills global diversity requirement.