Environmental Anthropology

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Examines the ways that humans interact with, use, and perceive the environment and nature, with a focus on the cultural, political, and economic features of human environment relationships across time and in different parts of the world. Through readings, in-class activities and discussions, field trips, and research projects, students will gain a better understanding of how anthropological theory, research, and applications can be used to address contemporary environment topics and problems.