Pictured: Professor Cox in the clifftop village of Bonifacio, Corsica
Corsica perfectly demonstrates the 4 fields of anthropology. Ancient burials revealed skeletons as old as 8,000 BCE (biological anthropology). There are standing stones dating from 1500 BCE, and Genoese fortresses from the 13th century (archaeology). The Corsican language is an Italo-Dalmation dialect which evolved in the medieval era (linguistic anthropology). Today, Corsican cuisine is a mixture of indigenous, Italian, and French traditions (cultural anthropology).
Anthropology is the study of what makes us human.
A degree in anthropology facilitates a more nuanced understanding of the intertwining global systems, institutions, technologies, and ideologies that we all navigate on a daily basis. In this way, the discipline is uniquely well-suited to prepare students for today’s globally-connected workforce. However, a degree in anthropology is so much more than the calculation of how much students can contribute to the economy after they graduate. Higher education is an investment that should benefit both the scholar and the society they choose to live in.
I love anthropology because it offers us a chance to look at human beings from 4 uniquely distinct perspectives: biological, cultural, linguistic, and archaeological. Through these 4 sub-disciplines of anthropology, we can examine human beliefs, behaviors, languages, and bodies across time and place.
Course Information for Next Semester (Fall 2024)
Spring 2024 Course Offerings. Click any of the links for more information
Anth 1: Biological Anthropology (3 sections, fully online)
Anth 3: Cultural Anthropology (1 section, fully online)
Anth 8: Witchcraft, Magic, and Religion (1 section, fully online)
Anth 50: Anthropology of Cannabis (1 section, fully online)
Important Dates for Fall 2024
Regular full-term Classes begin August 19 and end December 20, 2024
16-week Classes begin September 3 and end December 20, 2024
12-week Classes begin September 30 and end December 20, 2024
About Professor Cox
I believe education should be about listening, participating, learning, sharing, and making space for people from all different backgrounds and abilities to be heard and supported on their educational journey. In my classes you can expect a highly interactive, inclusive, and interesting learning experience (whether online or in-person).
Contact:
The best way to reach me is by email. I will respond within 24-48 hours, Monday through Friday.
Email: ncox@ccsf.edu
Phone: 415-239-3443
Office: Batmale Hall room 336 (Ocean Avenue Campus)
Fall 2024 Office hours: Wednesdays 3:00 PM (on zoom) or by appointment
Department: Behavioral Sciences