ANTHRO 100 introduces general anthropology by exploring human evolution, cultural diversity, societal capacities, and major world cultures.
The course requires significant reading, with students noting that textbook material often exceeds lecture content. Exams are described as difficult, covering extensive information and sometimes including material not discussed in class.
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Travis Pickering is described as an interesting lecturer who clarifies important information, with reviews noting that reading the textbook is helpful. Some students found his attempts to engage requirement-fillers effective, though others found the material dense.
Many reviewers criticize Pickering for being unenthusiastic, rude, and condescending, with complaints about his attitude and lack of support. Students report that exams are difficult and unclear, requiring significant effort to sort through information without clear guidance on what is relevant.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2022: 3.65 GPA, 83.0% A/AB (n=106 letter grades); Fall 2023: 3.35 GPA, 66.7% A/AB (n=108 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.35 GPA, 61.5% A/AB (n=104 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
Henry Bunn faces significant criticism for boring lectures and unclear testing, with reviewers describing him as a terrible lecturer and warning others to avoid his class. These reviews highlight difficulties with ambiguous exam questions and material not covered in lectures.
In contrast, some students found the information interesting and conveyed well, noting that exams were fair despite boring lectures. One recent review appreciated his insights but criticized his slow speaking pace and heavy reading load.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2018: 2.69 GPA, 25.3% A/AB (n=241 letter grades); Fall 2019: 3.22 GPA, 56.7% A/AB (n=187 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.28 GPA, 64.3% A/AB (n=98 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
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Henry Bunn is not reviewed in the provided data. Historical reviews for current instructor Travis Pickering are also absent. Veronika Kusumaryati is described as an okay lecturer whose boring lectures led to low attendance, though grading is relaxed.
ALISON CARTER is recorded teaching in Fall 2014. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
CLAIRE WENDLAND is recorded teaching in Fall 2016, Fall 2017. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
HENRY BUNN is recorded teaching in Fall 2006, Fall 2008, Spring 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2011, Fall 2012, Spring 2014, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
JOANNA LAMBERT is recorded teaching in Spring 2009. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
JOHN HAWKS is recorded teaching in Fall 2007, Fall 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
JONATHAN KENOYER is recorded teaching in Spring 2009, Fall 2009, Spring 2013, Spring 2015, Spring 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2023, Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
JULIAN LYNCH is recorded teaching in Spring 2019. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
KAREN STRIER is recorded teaching in Spring 2007, Fall 2008, Fall 2009, Fall 2010. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
KATHERINE BOWIE is recorded teaching in Fall 2007, Spring 2009, Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2022, Fall 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
SHARON HUTCHINSON is recorded teaching in Spring 2007, Fall 2008. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
TRAVIS PICKERING is recorded teaching in Fall 2006, Spring 2008, Spring 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2011, Spring 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017, Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
VERONIKA KUSUMARYATI is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
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| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 54 / 55 | 0 |
| LEC 002 | Classroom Instruction | 55 / 55 | 0 |
| DIS 301 | Classroom Instruction | 22 / 22 | 0 |
| DIS 302 | Classroom Instruction | 22 / 22 | 0 |
| DIS 303 | Classroom Instruction | 22 / 22 | 0 |
| DIS 305 | Classroom Instruction | 22 / 22 | 0 |
| DIS 304 | Classroom Instruction | 21 / 22 | 0 |
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Students report polarizing experiences with current instructors Henry Bunn and Travis Pickering. Reviews describe lectures as either interesting or extremely boring, with tests ranging from fair to very difficult and unclear.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.35 GPA, 66.7% A/AB (n=108 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.28 GPA, 64.3% A/AB (n=98 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.35 GPA, 61.5% A/AB (n=104 letter grades).
The course requires significant reading, with students noting that textbook material often exceeds lecture content. Exams are described as difficult, covering extensive information and sometimes including material not discussed in class.
Travis Pickering receives criticism for an unenthusiastic attitude, perceived rudeness, and lack of clarity regarding exam preparation. Some students find his lectures boring and his demeanor condescending, while others note his tests are fairly easy.
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General Anthropology
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