Important Registration Information

Waitlists  A seat is held only 24-hours;  unclaimed seats go to the next student on the list.  Check your standing first thing in the morning as the lists are updated each night.

"No Show" Policy  An instructor has the right to cancel the course registration of a student who is enrolled but does not attend the first scheduled class, unless the student contacts the instructor or area secretary informing them of his/her absence.

Dates to Remember in 2011-12

September 13  Last day of active wait-list

September 19 Last day to add/drop before Fall tuition is calculated

October 1   Last day to pay F2011 tuition

October 31  Last day for penalty-free withdrawal & credit or audit change; Students owing tuition fees will be de-registered

December 5 Last day of classes

December 8-19  Final exam period

January 10  Last day of active wait-list

January 16 Last day to add/drop before Spring tuition is calculated

February 1
Last day to pay S2011 tuition

February 9-10 Convocation Ceremony

February 20-24 Study week - no classes

February 27  Last day for penalty-free withdrawal & credit or audit change

February 28 Students owing tuition fees will be de-registered

April 5 Last day of classes

April 12-23  Final exam period

June 4-5
Convocation Ceremony

University Closed

September 5  Labour Day

October 10  Thanksgiving Day

November 11  Remembrance Day

December 25-January 2 Christmas-New Year break

April 6
Good Friday

April 9
Easter Monday

 Spring 2012 Courses:

     ANTH 112 - Introduction to Anthropology:
          Sociocultural Anthropology

This course introduces students to cultural and linguistic anthropology.  For majors and minors, this is required, and allows entry to ANTH 211, 221, and 280.

     ANTH 326 - Ethnographic Research,
          with ANTH 112 (special section)

A hands-on course exploring the use of qualitative research methods in the study of Canadian culture and society.  Anthropology major/minors will work and share their experiences with academic programme International students.  In this way, both will gain a new perspective on their own culture. 
Counts towards anthropology major in category 1 - Ethnographic and Archaeological Research. 
Prerequisite: ANTH 211.

     ANTH 335 - Canadian Ethnic Groups

An anthropological perspective on the ethnic groups of Canada. These groups will be studied in the context of the wider literature of race relations, minority groups, and ethnicity.
Prerequisite: ANTH 211.

  For Anthropology Students:

      Anthropology Club Award

Criteria and application form.  DEADLINE: February 17, 2012, by 12:00pm

      Anthropology Club on Moodle. 

The Anthropology Club now has a Moodle site to keep members informed.  Password needed for login.

      Anthropology @ VIU

      Upcoming Conferences Updated 02/09/2012

The majority of these are within driving distance and have been identified for this reason.  Students thinking of graduate school or employment in the discipline need to network with others in the field.  Some conferences will waive registration fees for volunteers, while others offer student awards and/or travel reimbursement to presenters.

      On Writing

Not sure how to write a paper, or how to use sources, review the online self-help guide and "tips." 

      On Presentations  

A few guidelines and to make your presentation more effective and trouble-free, whether using slides, transparencies, or PowerPoint.

      Preparation of Ethics Statement

Students conducting research involving human subjects must undergo a departmental ethics review.  Includes sample consent forms. 

      VIU Anthropology Library Guide

One stop location for a variety of resources on anthropology--from reference materials to associations and organizations.

     General Information

A mix of helpful information, from classroom behaviour, plagiarism, citing references, ethics and human subjects, study skills, and, even, dictionaries!

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