Feb 27, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

ANT 271 - Human Ecology


Instructor
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Human biological variation among and within living populations. Evolutionary, genetic, ecological, demographic, and especially cultural factors that contribute to biological variation are explored. Topics include biological adaptations to hot/cold climates, high altitudes, and lactose intolerance, among others.

Satisfies a major & minor requirement in Anthropology.

Satisfies the Social-Scientific Thought requirement.

Satisfies depth and breadth course requirement in the Social Science track of the Environmental Studies major or interdisciplinary minor.

Prerequisites & Notes
(Offered in alternating years.)