This course is a general survey of the prehistoric record of humankind. It emphasizes those aspects of the record- anthropological, archaeological, paleontological, and biological-which promote a greater understanding of contemporary societies and the future of the species. Topics include: the principles of evolution, food production and the rise of civilization, the nature of “human nature”, sex and gender, racial and cultural diversity, and conflict and cooperation. LL Lect: 3 hrs. Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
