Undergraduate Religious Studies
Undergraduate Religious Studies
2020 Fall Term
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INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN RELIGIONS
RELIGST 111
An introduction to the major religious traditions in the cultural areas of South, Southeast, and East Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto.
INTRODUCTION TO WESTERN RELIGIONS
RELIGST 112
An introduction to the major religious traditions that have shaped Near Eastern and Western culture; especially Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC CIVILIZATIONS
RELIGST 135
This course examines emergence and evolution of Islamic Civilizations from the seventh century though the modern era. It covers the birth and spread of Islam, the rise and fall of Muslim Empires, religious and political institutions, scientific and cultural achievements, and the position of women and religious minorities.
NATIVE AMERICAN RELIGIONS
RELIGST 242
This course explores the historical development and manifestations of Native American religions from before European contact to the present. The course examines the diverse experiences of Native Americans, analyzes the changing roles of Native American religions, and questions traditional conceptions of Native Americans and Native American religions throughout American history.
MODERN RELIGIOUS MOVEMENTS
RELIGST 371
Modern Religious Movements will introduce students to the historical development and contemporary manifestations of various religions or religious traditions throughout the world from the early modern era to the present. It explores both those religious forms born within the modern era and those religious movements that are shaping religious expression today.
INDEPENDENT STUDY
RELIGST 498
Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable