ANTH 099 PZ -China 21st Century

Institution: Pitzer

Description: In the 21st century China is among the world’s most powerful nations and yet remains a country of stark economic contrasts. This class will examine the social, cultural, and political consequences of China’s global prominence. Particular attention will be paid to national discourse, resources distribution, generational differences, labor, consumer and internet culture, sex and gender, ethnic groups, the Coronavirus pandemic, and projects of building global infrastructure. The class is a seminar that will combine short lectures with discussions based on the close reading of articles by journalists, anthropologists, and historians.

Prerequisite(s): Please check course schedule for requirements.

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