Why study anthropology?
If you are interested in learning about and exploring the human condition, anthropology classes may be for you. The study of Anthropology uses complex methods to analyze issues of cultural, linguistic, and biological diversity in humans.
Anthropology looks at our past and compares how different cultures and communities interact. Our classes emphasize hands-on training in social science research methods. Helping to build skills that are always in demand in today’s job market.
At Parkland, you'll have the advantage of small class sizes, taught by master faculty—never teaching assistants. Your success is our priority.
Classes
Introduction to Anthropology (ANT 101*): Introduction to the study of humankind. Attention given to humanity as both a living, evolving organism and creator and product of culture. Substantial emphasis is placed on cross-cultural material.
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ANT 103*): Study of the structure and process of culture. Presents major features of culture, including subsistence patterns, organizing devices, and language. As well as patterns of cultural transmission, political organization, religion, family forms, and cultural change. Examines methods of anthropological research and major theoretical orientations.
Introduction to Physical Anthropology (ANT 105): Introduction to the principles and course of human evolution. Taken from the perspective of biological and social sciences.
Introduction to Archaeology (ANT 200): General introduction to theory and methods of archaeology. Emphasis is placed upon the conduct of archaeological research. Archaeology of the Midwest has been given special attention. For anyone interested in finding out about the past. Optional field trips.
Field Archaeology (ANT 220): Field studies in archaeology of various areas in the Midwest. Emphasis on properly collecting and recording archaeological data. Then, using these data to better understand history and past cultures. A six-week summer session course makes archaeological fieldwork accessible to participants. This is done by focusing on projects within our community. In partnership with the Illinois State Archaeological Survey, the primary Cultural Resource Management (CRM) group in Illinois, students participate in real-world excavations in an authentic work environment. More information can be found on the Scholarship at Parkland SPARK website.
Topics in Anthropology (ANT 289): Study of selected topics in anthropology. Topics vary according to section and semester and are listed in the class schedule.
*Satisfies Non-Western culture requirement