Agriculture and farmers in a cross-cultural, deep-time perspective, from the domestication of plants and animals 10,000 years ago, to how farmers throughout the world make ends meet while coping with risk and uncertainty, to the place of farming and farmers in the modern world system. 

When this course is taught as a split level, additional requirements for graduate students: Graduate students will have an enhanced reading load accompanied by periodic meetings to discuss the readings. Students will be expected to write more lengthy and thorough research papers.

The development and use of theory in archaeology. The roots of theory in archaeology and how it impacts archaeological methods, an understanding of some of the major theoretical paradigms currently influencing archaeological research, and how to translate abstract ideas into research questions. 

When this course is taught as a split level, additional requirements for graduate students: Graduate students must complete all regular readings and assignments. In addition, they will be required to complete additional readings on theoretical concepts and case studies which apply diverse theories, lead at least two class discussions, complete an additional reflexive paper in which they explore their own theoretical orientation in relation to their dissertation research, or create a research paper that conforms to American Antiquity, the primary professional journal for American archaeology. The professor will meet with graduate students as required in order to develop that paper and comment on drafts.

Animal remains recovered from archaeological sites, studied in light of zoological and archaeological methods and theories and interpreted in terms of human and animal behavior. 

When this course is taught as a split level, additional requirements for graduate students: Graduate students will be assigned more difficult and/or larger samples. Their papers should be thoughtful, thorough, and theoretical treatments of the assemblage studied. They will be expected to present a preliminary (15 minute) version of their papers to the class.

The major human issues related to contemporary conservation initiatives. As these initiatives expand and proliferate, their impact is felt more widely and acutely by local communities, and anthropologists have more opportunities to engage in the process. Examination of various conservation approaches, their impacts on communities, and the ways in which anthropologists have and can contribute to the process.

When this course is taught as a split level, additional requirements for graduate students: Graduate students in the course will be required to read a conservation-focused monograph, such as Paige West's Conservation is our Government Now and to meet with the instructor outside of class to discuss the book. Graduate students will collaborate to produce and deliver a lecture on the book for their undergraduate classmates. Each graduate student will also produce a 25-page term paper (rather than the 12-15 page required for undergraduates) and will give a 30- minute lecture on their topic (rather than a 10-minute conference-style presentation for undergraduates).

Students will develop knowledge about the history of curation in North America and basic collection management practices, including the maintenance and preservation of artifacts and associated documentation. Policies, responsibilities, and curatorial best practices associated with management of archaeological collections are emphasized. A laboratory format will facilitate hands-on learning.

Exploration of primate behavioral and ecological variation and understanding of the evolutionary explanations for such variation. 

When this course is taught as a split level, additional requirements for graduate students: Graduate students will be assigned additional readings throughout the course and will be tested on these readings during the exams will be expected to lead some class discussions and to prepare an original research paper based on real data suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

Introduction and training in dendrochronology (tree-ring dating) methods and overview of the tree-ring record's interdisciplinary applications in archaeology, art history, climate, and ecology. Includes lecture and hands-on activities using ancient to modern wood samples from UGA Tree-Ring and Wood Analysis Lab research projects around the world.

When this course is taught as a split level, additional requirements for graduate students: Graduate students will write a longer final paper on a topic in dendrochronology. Their analysis and presentation of discussion topics will be thoughtful and thorough reflections commensurate with their educational background.

Survey of the history and culture of Egypt from its prehistoric origins to the end of the Ptolemaic Dynasty (30 BC). Within a chronological framework, we will explore the evolution of political ideology, social organization and identity, writing, economy and international relations, and environment in the Nile River Valley.