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Academic Year 2004/2005

Anthropology of Aids
ANTH 310 SP

This course examines the human dimensions of the global HIV/AIDS epidemic. We will study the disease from its emergence to the present day, including reactions and effects among particularly hard-hit communities, medical and scientific establishments, and bodies politic around the world. We will explore the social contexts of the disease's transmission and treatment, and local and international efforts to contain its effects.

MAJOR READINGS

Randy Shilts, AND THE BAND PLAYED ON
Philip Setel, A PLAGUE OF PARADOXES
Paul Farmer, AIDS AND ACCUSATION
Cathy Cohen, THE BOUNDARIES OF BLACKNESS
Hung Fan, AIDS, SCIENCE AND SOCIETY
Hector Carrillo, THE NIGHT IS YOUNG
Rafael Diaz, LATINO GAY MEN AND HIV
MIchelle Lewis Renaud, WOMEN AT THE CROSSROADS

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly reaction papers and one major paper.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS ANTH    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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