This course offers a unique introductory look at three major scientific studies: osteology (the study of bones), anatomy (the study of bodily structure), and pathology (the study of disease). These three disciplines are closely linked and often overlap, and are used in a variety of professions from archaeology and anthropology, to modern law enforcement and forensics.

Each week of the course will build upon the one before it, allowing students to utilize information they have learned and apply it in a new way every week. At the end of week 4, students will be given information to put together an optional research project and/or presentation related to bones, bodies, and disease, on the subject of their choice. Presentations will be given during the last meeting of the class!

1. Why Should We Care?: The Secrets of the Human Body
2. Introduction to Osteology: Mapping Human Bone Structure
3. Introduction to Anatomy: Mapping the Squishy Stuff
4. Introduction to Pathology: The Evolution of a Pandemic
5. Putting it Together: Pathology in Anatomy & Osteology
6. Forensic Anthropology: Modern Uses for Modern Problems
7. Bioarchaeology: How the Past Informs the Present
8. Student Presentations & Course Review

All questions, from the basic to the complex, are encouraged, including questions about working in the field!

The class is listed as 45 minutes, but depending on class size and level of discussion, may take up a full hour.