Cultural universal

A cultural universal (also called an anthropological universal or human universal), as discussed by Emile Durkheim, George Murdock, Claude Lévi-Strauss, Donald Brown and others, is an element, pattern, trait, or institution that is common to all human cultures worldwide. Taken together, the whole body of cultural universals is known as the human condition. Evolutionary psychologists hold that behaviors or traits that occur universally in all cultures are good candidates for evolutionary adaptations. Some anthropological and sociological theorists that take a cultural relativist perspective may deny the existence of cultural universals: the extent to which these universals are "cultural" in the narrow sense, or in fact biologically inherited behavior is an issue of "nature versus nurture".

In his book Human Universals (1991), Donald Brown defines human universals as comprising "those features of culture, society, language, behavior, and psyche for which there are no known exception", providing a list of 67 items.

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Global scholars gather to discuss human rights in ancient Chinese classics

Beijing News 21 Nov 2024
"Chinese traditional culture contains a wealth of human rights concepts, ... Confucius said we should use culture to achieve peace, and use it for peace, not war," Giuseppina Merchionne, professor of Chinese language and culture of the University of Milan, said in fluent Mandarin....
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Dhaka University lifts ban on Pakistani students

The News International 21 Nov 2024
A building of Dhaka University can be seen ... Dhaka University ... University officials expect that the move will strengthen collaboration in education, culture and other areas of mutual interest ... “At one point, ties with Pakistan were cut, but Dhaka University is an academic institution....
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Robert Pattinson Joins Christopher Nolan’s Next Film

The Wrap 21 Nov 2024
Through a combination of Nolan’s devoted global fanbase, universal acclaim, strong marketing from Universal and Imax, and an organic pop culture phenomenon spawned by its shared release with “Barbie,” “Oppenheimer” became the highest-grossing biopic in box office history with $976 million worldwide last year....
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‘Yana-Wara’ Director on Violence, Nature and Spirits Both Good and Evil

The Wrap 21 Nov 2024
For Catacora, it was important that the film reflect the specificity of Aymara culture while also addressing more universal issues ... But this has been happening throughout history, in every culture ... Every culture has their own particularities, but as human beings we also have the same problems.”....
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Greg McElroy Emphatically Names Team Foes 'Don't Want to See' in College Football Playoff

Aiken Standard 21 Nov 2024
In the meat of its 2024 season, Ole Miss had its stumbles ... I think in the regular season, with Ole Miss, I think Lane would admit this, culture is something that is going to be a challenge. Having guys that are just universally invested in the place ... How do you develop any kind of appeal for the university, for the community? I am here to play ball."....
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Big Brothers Big Sisters and TSU empower students with career mentorship

Nashville Pride 21 Nov 2024
HR Expert Deirdre Orr leads a resume workshop. Student speaks with mentor during EmpowerU Session ... Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee (BBBSMT)College Advancement Program (CAP)EmpowerU micro-mentoringresume workshopTennessee State University (TSU) ... Magic Meets Culture ... .......
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A Spanish serenade for Shenzhen

China.dot.org 21 Nov 2024
As a universal language, music can transcend linguistic, cultural and geographical barriers, fostering closer connections between artists and audiences from different countries," says Yang Suxian, director of the organizing committee of the Shenzhen Piano Music Festival....
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Youth shine as University Sports Olympiad kicks off in Islamabad

Urdu Point 20 Nov 2024
This blend of sports and culture is what makes Pakistan unique," remarked Shahbaz Ahmad, a university student in attendance.</p><p>As the cheers and chants echo across the Pakistan Sports Complex over the next few days, the Olympiad is expected to leave a lasting legacy....
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China Focus: Global scholars gather to discuss human rights in ancient Chinese classics

China.dot.org 20 Nov 2024
"Culture keeps people alive, inspired and having a sense of history ... Confucius said we should use culture to achieve peace, and use it for peace, not war," Giuseppina Merchionne, professor of Chinese language and culture of the University of Milan, said in fluent Mandarin....
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Survey seeks ideas for area arts growth

Fort Madison Daily Democrat 20 Nov 2024
An effort to strengthen the area’s arts and culture is underway. A team of University of Iowa graduate students are creating an arts and culture plan in partnership with the cities of Burlington and West Burlington and the U of I’s Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities ... • Highlight the unique cultural assets of the communities....
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Des Moines University expands international partnerships for student rotations

Atlantic News Telegraph 20 Nov 2024
Des Moines University students will have the chance to complete rotations in Italy, Greece or Sri Lanka with new partnerships. (Photo courtesy of Des Moines University). Des Moines University has expanded its international offerings for students hoping to gain clinical experience and learn about health care in different cultures and contexts....
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Tackling Menace of Gender-based Discrimination, Sexual Harassment

This Day 20 Nov 2024
The menace has led a feminist organisation, Alliance for Africa (AFA), to engage some universities across the country in campaigns and sensitisation aimed at tackling the menace. Blessing Ibunge writes that the group had an advocacy visit to the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State....
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Universal appeal of Korean literature

Korea Times 20 Nov 2024
Other prominent writers such as Chung Se-rang, Kim Ae-ran and Kim Soom have also been loved by translators and readers across the globe alike for their works tackling universal issues while maintaining a distinct cultural voice ... Their focus on the intimate and the personal reveals universal values, resonating deeply with readers across cultures....

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