Anthropology 150 - Ancient Civilizations

The emergence and character of the world's first civilizations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley, Shang China, the Olmec and Maya of Mesoamerica, and the Chavin of Peru. Topics include the Neolithic background to the rise of civilizations and theories on the rise and fall of civilizations. (Gen.Ed. HS, DG)

First year students only - (Freshmen or Sophomore status) See http://www.umass.edu/rap/cultural-explorations-rap