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SEMINAR IN EVOLUTIONARY THEORY

ANTHRO 603
Course Description

Examination of theory relevant to the evolution of humans and nonhuman primates including morphological, behavioral, and genetic aspects.

Prerequisties
Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
4

No change from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
100%

No change from Historical

Class Size
18

69.81% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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