This course will introduce students to the intricate and intimate relationships between humans and infectious diseases. We will study how diseases and epidemics have influenced human history and we will also analyse how human modifications of the natural environment and of production systems have changed disease patterns globally. WorldWatch Paper 129. Two one-hour exams, quizzes, one book review and a short paper. Short in-class writing assignments may also be given.
Attendance is required.
Geography Home Faculty Graduate Undergrad.