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GEO: Anthropology in Barbados (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Bridgetown, Barbados
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: GEO (Global Education Oregon) 
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Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student Housing Options: Hostel/Hotel
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Anthropology, Archaeology Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

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Anthropology in Barbados

Spend six weeks in Barbados exploring the major subfields of anthropology. You will have the chance to study local vervet monkey troops, work on an archaeological site, and learn about Barbados' cultural heritage from an applied anthropology perspective.

Program Highlights:
  • Work on an archeology field excavation
  • Observe vervet monkeys
  • Participate in group excursions
  • Understand how archaeology and anthropology data can be used to answer questions about human behavior
  • Explore the ways in which island cultures have been shaped by human colonization, the introduction of non-native species, European colonialism, and other factors
The program is divided into three two-week sections:

Section 1: ANTH 488 - Primate Behavior, taught by Professor Alexana Hickmott. During the first portion of the program, you will have the opportunity to observe and study primates in a hands-on and immersive way. You will conduct observations at three different locations in total. You will learn about the various methods used by primatologists to study and understand the behavior of primates, and receive training in data analysis and basic statistical techniques to help you ask and answer research questions about the adaptive nature of certain behaviors and the ecological factors that shape them.

Section 2: ANTH 488 - Caribbean Cultural Heritage, taught by Professor Phil Scher. During this section, you will live on the South Coast of Barbados and participate in excursions around the island. You will also have the opportunity to experience the Crop Over festival, a traditional celebration of the end of the sugar cane harvest season. This will be a unique and immersive experience that allows you to fully immerse yourself in the history and culture of Barbados.

Section 3:ANTH 488 - Archaeology in Barbados, taught by Professor Scott Fitzpatrick. In this section, you will have the chance to participate in an excavation that will take place at the property of WIRRED, our partner organization on the island. In addition to the excavation, you will live in student housing near Holetown and there will also be a single day-long excursion.

Classes are held Monday-Friday, and weekends are free for you to explore Barbados. GEO program fees cover tuition, housing and some meals, excursions, course materials, local transportation pass, and on-site orientation. Insurance and a 24-hour emergency service are also included. For information on scholarship funding, please visit the Scholarships page on our website.

To find out more about GEO (Global Education Oregon) study abroad programs:

Visit our website: geo.uoregon.edu
Call us at: (541) 346-3207
Email us at: geoinfo@uoregon.edu

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