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Anthrozoology is the study of the interactions and relationships between humans and non-human animals. In this class we explore the variety of the roles that non-human animals play in human society, considering the benefits that we humans receive and the responsibilities we have toward other species. We discuss the multidisciplinary research surrounding these interactions including health benefits humans experience when they share their lives with other species, the link between human and animal violence, animals in religion, zoonosis and many other overlaps between our species. You will become familiar with the many services animals provide for humans beyond food and labor. This high impact course includes field trips. This is a required class for the major and minor in Anthrozoology and a prerequisite for ANZ 108, and is open admission as social science Core class. This is the first step toward preparing the students for a multitude of careers encompassing humans and animals.
The main objective of this course is to expose students broadly to the many and varied ways that animals interact with human society to improve the well-being of communities, educate, sustain, and build social capital. This course embodies a partnership between Carroll College and various organizations and individuals in the greater Helena area and the State of Montana. These entities and individuals will discuss with our students the important work performed with animals that share their lives. In addition, students will have the opportunity to provide service to the community through a group project using human-animal interaction to improve the well-being of communities. This high impact course includes field trips.
Special Topics courses include ad-hoc courses on various selected topics that are not part of the regular curriculum, however they may still fulfill certain curricular requirements. Special topics courses are offered at the discretion of each department and will be published as part of the semester course schedule - view available sections for more information. Questions about special topics classes can be directed to the instructor or department chair.