ANTH 320: Global Africa

ANTH 320-001: Global Africa
(Spring 2027)

12:00 PM to 01:15 PM R

David J. King Hall - Hybrid

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Section Information for Spring 2027

 

Delve into the ties that intertwine Sub-Saharan Africa with the rest of the world. Drawing insights from anthropological and historical studies, as well as engaging with novels and films, students will critically explore peoples and places at the center of world processes. Specific themes include popular representations of Africa, the impact and legacy of colonialism, gender, sexuality, personhood, money, love, health, environment, and language.

This is a hybrid section with face-to-face meetings and asynchronous online coursework. 

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Explores the complex and distance-defying connections shaping Africa and being shaped by Africans on the continent. Emphasizes the diversity and change characterizing peoples who are at the center of world processes. Topics include popular representations of Africa and Africans, colonial and postcolonial histories, gender, money, family, religion, environment, and health. Offered by Sociology & Anthropology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Global Contexts, Global Understanding
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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