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Subject: Cool class this fall 
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Hi all--
 
I mentioned this at the mitgaard meeting last night; here are the details:
 
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STS 040 
Material Culture and Social Change in Medieval Europe
(New)

Fall term:  Tues & Thurs, 2:00 to 3:30 pm, in 37-186
(schedule may change)
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(Subject meets with STS 140)
Prereq: ----
U(1)
3-0-9 HASS
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Surveys material culture in the European Middle Ages, from 
about 300 to 1500 AD, with emphasis on the technologies that 
were invented, adopted, or adapted in the period.  Examines the 
medieval spheres of agriculture, manufacturing, construction, 
communication, and warfare, as well as the contrast between 
rural and urban settings.  Explores themes such as the need 
for, cultural base for, and impact of the technologies.  
Meets with graduate subject STS 140, but assignments differ.
 
B. Price
  
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I'm going to take it if at all possible.  Hope to see you there!

--Alex