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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

ANTH 105 - Archaeology Myths and Mysteries

Examines how archaeologists study the remains of the past to understand prehistoric people and their lifeways. Develops methods for critically evaluating the archaeological records. Explores concepts characterizing science and pseudoscience to develop criteria for distinguishing the two.

Credits: 3

General Education Designation:
Society and Culture