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JINS 343 - The Horse in Art, Science, and History

This course examines how human perception of horses has changed over time, how art reflects the historical uses of the horse since its domestication, and how humans have utilized horses historically. Science is used to consider unique equine anatomical, physiological, and behavioral adaptations that predestined this species to play a central role in human history. Historically, students consider how various cultures have used horses to advance political and geographic aspirations.

Prerequisite: Junior status.
Credits: 3
NOTE: This course fulfills the Junior Interdisciplinary Writing-Enhanced Seminar Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.


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