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INTRODUCTION TO MUSEUM STUDIES IN ANTHROPOLOGY

ANTHRO 405
Course Description

Provides a comprehensive understanding of the policies, procedures, and ethics pertaining to the development, management, and exhibition of anthropology collections. This includes an overview of the establishment, history, and laws governing anthropology collections and collections management methods used specifically for archaeological artifacts, ethnographic objects, and bioanthropological specimens. Ideal for those interested in natural history museums, museum studies, or the museum profession.

Prerequisites

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.68

2.75% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

4.17% from Historical

A Rate
71.43%

-6.02% from Historical

Class Size
14

12% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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