Anthropology 316VL - Anthropology of Violence

This course will approach the study of violence through a variety of perspectives and mediums. We will set out understand the relationship and interaction between biology, culture and aggression. How do individuals, groups and institutions use and legitimize violence? How has violence been used throughout history to establish, maintain and subvert power? In the course we will examine many forms of violence including political, symbolic and everyday violence. We will also explore the costs and consequences of violence on health, community and culture.

Prereq: 8 credits in Anthropology department.