Description Biological anthropology is a broad discipline that examines in part human biology, adaptation and variation from an evolutionary perspective. Biology and environment intersect with evolutionary history to illustrate our species' past, which we analyze to better understand the present. This class will examine the behavior and anatomy of humans, their distant ancestors and their primate relatives both through time and over space. Throughout the course students will learn to recognize how the evolutionary process affects the manner in which we adapt both culturally and physiologically to the external environment. Finally, we will consider various facets of modern human variation.

Required texts, currently in print, available at the university bookstore:
1. Relethford J (2003) The Human Species: An Introduction to Biological Anthropology, 5th ed. Guilford, CT: McGraw Hill. [JHR]
2. (2003) Annual Editions: Physical Anthropology 03/04. Guilford, CT: McGraw Hill. [AE]
Additional readings, reserved in the library, may be assigned. All reading assignments should be completed before class on the day assigned.

Grading and Requirements This course fulfills the university's "N" - social science, and "J" - joint composition and oral communications, general education requirements. Class format is lecture, discussion, and group-based activities. Some laboratory sessions may be scheduled. Grades will be based on participation, written exams, research papers, and presentations, established from both individual and group performance, as follows:

Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated. Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive a failing grade in the course and be reported to the university's Academic Honors Committee; no exceptions. If there are any questions regarding plagiarism, please consult the instructor or visit the Writing Center. Late assignments and papers will not be accepted after two days past the due date. In most cases, NO make-up exams will be given.