HCS 3140 Cultural Ecology
This course examines the interrelationships between humans and our environment. Through the lens of various cultural theories, as well as systems and complexity theory, we consider how our physical environment shapes culture and conversely, how social systems shape our environment. We will use case studies to understand the various nature/culture relationships unfolding here in the United States as well as those in developing countries. Field trips will assist in a study of our local environment.