Biological Sciences 321RB - Conference Course: 'Race and Biology'
Race and Biology
Fall
2021
01
4.00
Renae Brodie
MW 08:30AM-09:45AM
Mount Holyoke College
115509
Clapp Laboratory 218
rbrodie@mtholyoke.edu
In this student-centered, discussion-based seminar, we will explore current hypotheses about the evolution of human variation, trace the history of how biology has been used in the construction of racial ideologies, and delve into the impacts of racial categorization on human health. We will investigate these themes through readings, videos, class discussions, student expert panels, and research papers. Students taking this course will improve their ability to: engage constructively in scholarly discussions; use verbal and written discourse to explore themes in science; use new knowledge to understand current issues; critically evaluate media information using evidence from scientific studies; and communicate new knowledge.
Prereq: 4 credits of Biological Sciences at the 200 level.
Limited to juniors and seniors in the first week of pre-registration. Remaining seats will open to others in the second week of pre-registration.