ANTHRO 31 Mesoamerican Origins of Latino Culture Description: Various societies in Mesoamerica are known for their monumental architecture, ritualized sacrifice, astronomical calculations, complex calendars, writing systems, and vast trade networks. How did all of these cultural phenomenon develop over time? Why and when did the various societies collapse? What traditions remain intact? Which practices have been shared throughout the world? Students in this course will study the cultural evolution of this region beginning with the peopling of the land, to the emergence of village life and domestication of foods. We study the formation of dense urban societies that became centers of religious, economic and military powers, including those that were eventually encountered by Spanish invaders and reshaped to become the contemporary societies known today. Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent Transferability: CSU; UC  Repeatability: Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP Grading Type: Grade or P/NP Sections listed are for Spring 2024

Sect Days Hours Instructor Location Room Units Status Total Seats Current Enrollment Seats Remaining Date Begin/End Date Final Exam Books 4078 MW 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Molino T Emeritus Hall, Santa Rosa Campus 1588 3.00 Ended 45 34 11 01/17-05/15 5/22/2024   6246 MW 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Contreras L Science Plaza, Petaluma Campus PC 101 3.00 Ended 30 13 17 01/24-05/08 5/8/2024     This is a late start short term section.