ANTH 182 - Bones, Bodies, and Forensic Cases

1 unit(s)

The accidental discovery of an isolated human bone or entire human body occurs more frequently than most people think. How these discoveries are dealt with is often a decision that involves local law enforcement, medical officials, archaeologists, and physical anthropologists. This course examines several such cases, following them from initial discovery to final conclusion. What clues do bones and bodies reveal? What evidence was found on or near these individuals? How do we piece together a narrative? Who decides what happens next? Contrary to what we see on television and in the movies, these cases require patience and cultural awareness and do not always lead to a clear happy ending. Open only to freshmen; satisfies college requirement for a Freshman Writing Seminar. Ms. Beisaw.

Two 75-minute periods.