ANT 218 - CULTURE AND CONSUMPTION

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

In every society, what is consumed, how things are consumed and by whom things are consumed carries socio-cultural meaning. The consumption and display of goods mark social identity and social status. This course will examine consumption in a broad range of societies, with a particular focus on the changing patterns of consumption and the meaning of consumption that is brought about by the globalization of consumerism.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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