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The Art Of Being Human: A Textbook For Cultural Anthropology, Michael Wesch

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Anthropology is the study of all humans in all times in all places. But it is so much more than that. “Anthropology requires strength, valor, and courage,” Nancy Scheper-Hughes noted. “Pierre Bourdieu called anthropology a combat sport, an extreme sport as well as a tough and rigorous discipline. … It teaches students not to be afraid of getting one’s hands dirty, to get down in the dirt, and to commit yourself, body and mind. Susan Sontag called anthropology a “heroic” profession.” What is the payoff for this heroic journey? You will find ideas that can carry you across rivers of …

The Insecure City: Space, Power, And Mobility In Beirut, Kristin V. Monroe

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Fifteen years after the end of a protracted civil and regional war, Beirut broke out in violence once again, forcing residents to contend with many forms of insecurity, amid an often violent political and economic landscape. Providing a picture of what ordinary life is like for urban dwellers surviving sectarian violence, The Insecure City captures the day-to-day experiences of citizens of Beirut moving through a war-torn landscape.

While living in Beirut, Kristin Monroe conducted interviews with a diverse group of residents of the city. She found that when people spoke about getting around in Beirut, they were also expressing larger …

Cultural Anthropology - Discovering Our Past, Anna K. Boshnakova

Student Creative Assignment Collections

Students in the class Cultural anthropology created their unique visual interpretation of the discipline of Anthropology (the study of humans).

Student creative assignment collection, Fall 2015 is a unique archive of students’ creative thinking, imagination, originality, broad curiosity and love of knowledge, the key components in learning and student success.

Cultural Anthropology - Through Student Eyes, Anna K. Boshnakova

Student Creative Assignment Collections

Students in the class Cultural anthropology created their unique visual interpretation of the discipline of Anthropology (the study of humans).

Student creative assignment collection, winter 2015 is a unique archive of students’ creative thinking, imagination, originality, broad curiosity and love of knowledge, the key components in learning and student success.

Cultural Anthropology - Creativity Beyond Limits, Anna K. Boshnakova

Student Creative Assignment Collections

Student "S" - project collection is inspired by this year President’s creative challenge.

Students in the class Cultural anthropology created their unique Sheridan “S” that reflects their personality, role and expertise within the context of ANTHROPOLOGY – the scientific study of humankind in all times and places.

The 4th edition of Student Project Collection celebrates students’ creative thinking, imagination, originality, broad curiosity and love of knowledge, the key components in learning and student success.