REL 104 INTRODUCTION TO RELIGIOUS STUDIES

3, 0/0

Introduction to the rational study of religion, including religious practices and philosophies and concepts basic to religious experience. Offered occasionally.

REL 105 INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN THOUGHT

3, 3/0; GA23

A study of Christian thought from its origins to the present, and its influence on the literature, art, architecture, music, government, education, and lifestyle of Western civilization. Offered occasionally.

REL 189 TOPIC COURSE

1-3, 0/0

Current topics in Religion. Offered occasionally.

REL 321 WORLD RELIGIONS

3, 3/0

A study of various world religions, such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, along with Native American, traditional African, and other oral religions. Offered fall only.

REL 360 WESTERN MONOTHEISM

3, 3/0

Prerequisites: CWP 102. An examination of the belief systems of the three major Abrahamic faiths (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam), including the core beliefs and theological challenges that evolved within these belief systems and the impact of these belief systems on global civilization. Offered every semester.

REL 488 INTERNSHIP

1-12, 0/0

Prerequisites: Upper-division status; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, with at least one-third of philosophy major or religious studies minor coursework completed. Supervised field experience (experiential learning) consisting of supervised on-site activities and an academic component consisting of training sessions, seminars, and reports. Offered occasionally.

REL 499 INDEPENDENT STUDY

3-12, 0/0

Prerequisites: Sophomore, junior, or senior status and minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (overall, previous semester, and in major courses). Studies arranged and meeting hours undertaken individually with instructor. Offered occasionally.