UCSP

identity

The distinctive characteristic that defines an individual or a group and may change over time through experience and social interaction.

Culture

The shared way of life of a people, including their beliefs, traditions, language, values, and practices

Society

A group of people living together and interacting while sharing common rules, traditions, and ways of life.

social science

The scientific study of society and the relationships among individuals within it

anthropology

The study of humans, their cultures, biological development, and societies across time and space.

cultural anthropology

The branch of anthropology that studies human cultures, beliefs, customs, and social practices.

Material culture

The physical objects and artifacts created and used by members of a society

non material culture

The intangible elements of culture such as values, beliefs, norms, and traditions.

Biological (Physical) Anthropology

The branch of anthropology that examines human biological variation, evolution, and adaptation.

Linguistic Anthropology

The study of language and its role in shaping culture and social life

Sociology

The scientific study of human social life, groups, institutions, and society

political science

The systematic study of politics, government, power, and public policies.

Evolution

The gradual process of biological change in species over long periods of time

Hominid

A member of the human family, including humans and their extinct ancestors.

Homo habilis

An early human species known for making and using simple stone tools.

Homo erectus

An extinct human species characterized by an upright posture and increased use of tools and fire.

homo sapiens

The modern human species distinguished by advanced cognitive abilities.

Homo sapiens sapiens

The subspecies to which all living humans belong.