Dr. Joel Robbins and the Anthropology of Christianity

Over the past decade Joel Robbins has been a major contributor to anthropological theories of religion, globalization and culture change. He has also helped to bring the analysis of Christianity in diverse contexts to the forefront of the anthropology of religion, most prominently in his book Becoming Sinners: Christianity and Moral Torment in a Papua New Guinea Society. Dr. Robbins will give two talks, one each on Feb 22nd and 23rd. All are welcome. More information is available HERE.

Kanehstake: 270 Years of Resistance

The English Department, with the support of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Faculty of Social Sciences, the Faculty of Information and Media Studies, the First Nations Studies Program, the Department of Film, and the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation are pleased to host a film screening of Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance followed by a question and answer period and reception with renowned documentary filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin. This event is open to all members of the UWO and London communities. Wednesday February 24th, 6:30 p.m. Conron Hall, Room 224 University College. More information can be found HERE.

Madagascar Field Course News

Information on the Madagascar Field Course  can be found HERE. The application form  [MsWord File] for the 2010 field course can be accessed HERE.

Archaeological Field School in Peru

More information on this exciting and innovative opportunity can be found HERE.