This track explores the fundamental theories that have shaped the discipline of anthropology, including evolutionism and diffusionism. Participants will critically assess the historical context and implications of these foundational theories.

Focusing on the contributions of historical particularism, this track examines how specific cultural contexts influence anthropological understanding. Discussions will highlight the relevance of this approach in contemporary research.

This session will delve into the functionalist school of thought, analyzing how social structures and cultural practices serve essential functions within societies. Participants will engage with case studies that illustrate functionalist perspectives.

This track investigates the interplay between culture and environment through the lens of cultural ecology and neo-evolutionism. Presentations will address how these theories explain cultural adaptation and change over time.

Exploring cultural materialism and its Marxist roots, this session will examine how material conditions shape cultural practices and social relations. Participants will discuss the implications of these theories for understanding power dynamics in societies.

This track focuses on symbolic and interpretative approaches in anthropology, emphasizing the role of symbols and meanings in cultural practices. Discussions will include the impact of these theories on ethnographic research.