ANT 445 - Sex and Gender in Anthropology

An exploration into the commonality and diversity of sex and gender roles in cross-cultural perspective and an examination of cultural and bio-sociol explanations for why such diversity exists. Foci include contemporary approaches to sex and gender, changing views about men’s and women’s roles in human evolution, the conditions under which gender roles vary in contemporary societies and the issues surrounding gender equality, power and politics.

Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement.

Prerequisites & Notes
ANT 101 or ANT 102 or permission.

Credits: 3