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ARCHAEOLOGY OF WISCONSIN

AMERIND/ANTHRO 354
Course Description

Introduction to the archaeological evidence for the diverse Native American cultures of Wisconsin over the past 12,000 years.

Prerequisties

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
2.81

-9.3% from Historical

Completion Rate
94.59%

-0.76% from Historical

A Rate
40.54%

0.63% from Historical

Class Size
37

-33.45% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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