Religious Studies Core Courses | Religious Studies Major Courses | Religious Studies Minor Courses
Notes in brackets indicate major/minor program requirements met by each course. Please refer to the Religious Studies major and minor pages for detailed program information.
Courses Offered in Religious Studies, Spring 2018
Comparative Sacred Texts
RELSTDS 2102.02
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Isaac Amitai Weiner | 21170
This course will cover the sacred texts of a variety of religious traditions and the basic theories and methods for reading religious literature. We will examine texts not only from "mainstream" traditions such as Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism, but also materials from Native American traditions and from new religious movements such as Scientology and Wicca. Students will also be introduced to basic theoretical tools for reading and interpreting sacred texts from multiple perspectives. In addition to lectures, films, and in-class discussions, the class will include field trips to a variety of religious sites in central Ohio. GE Literature and Diversity: Global Studies.
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Introduction to Comparative Religion
RELSTDS 2370 (2370H)
[Major, Core Courses]
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Melissa Anne Marie Curley | 21176
(H) MWF 12 :40-1 :35 | Sarah Iles Johnston | 33680
Introduction to the academic study of religion through comparison among major traditions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, etc.) and smaller communities. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 2370H or CompStd 2370H (270H) or 2370 (270). GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course.
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Science & Religion
RELSTDS 2670
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 2:20-3:40 | Richard Samuels | 33490
Do religion and science answer different questions? Does one rely on faith and the other evidence? Are they competing frameworks or do they have more in common than is acknowledged by either? In this course we will examine the historical connections and disconnections between science and religion through controversies, explicit philosophies, and historical accounts of the development of scientific institutions and values from secular and religious sources. We will then examine practices (from various cultures) that claim to be or are seen as both "religious" and "scientific." Lastly, we look at contemporary attempts to reconcile science and religion, re-enchant nature, and bring non-western religious and cultural perspectives to bear on the global practices of science.GE Cultures and Ideas course. Cross-listed in Philosophy.
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Religions of India
RELSTDS 3671
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Hugh Bayard Urban | 34929
Since end of the 19th century, the religions of India have had a major influence on American culture, philosophy and spirituality; and in the last twenty years, Indian religions have also begun to capture the American popular imagination, with musicians and entertainers from the Beatles to the Beastie Boys practicing various forms of Hinduism and Buddhism. This course is intended to provide a basic introduction to the major religions of India (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism, as well as Indian forms of Christianity and Islam), and to grapple with the complex relationship between religion, culture and politics in Indian history. In the main body of the course, we will trace the complex history of the major religions of India, exploring their various interactions and transformations over the last 4000 years. Finally, in the last portion of the class, we will look at contemporary religious movements, both in Indian and in the West, where Indian religions have become a key element in contemporary New Age and New Religious Movements. In addition to films and guest lectures, this course will also include several optional field trips. Students will be required to write a field observation paper based on a visit to an Indian religious community in the Columbus area.
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Religion & American Culture
RELSTDS 3678
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | Isaac Amitai Weiner | 33694
This course adopts a thematic approach to studying the complex connections between religion and American culture. In spring 2018, we will focus especially on the intersections of religion with race, law, national identity, and popular culture. We will analyze selected case studies from a variety of theoretical and methodological perspectives. Our conversations will take us from Islam and Mormonism to Scientology and Spaghetti Monsters, from yoga studios and hell houses to football fields and Star Trek conventions, from alien abductees and snake handlers to Oprah Winfrey and Kendrick Lamar. Throughout, we will use these examples to assess different ways of making sense of religion’s complicated place in American culture. In addition to lectures, films, and in-class discussions, the class will include optional field trips to a variety of religious and non-religious sites in central Ohio. This course meets the GE requirement for Diversity: Social Diversity in the United States.
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Theory and Method in the Study of Religion
RELSTDS 3972
[Major, Core Courses]
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 3:55-5:15 | David Bernhard Brakke | 13086
Survey of contemporary theories and methods used in the academic study of religion. Prereq: 2370 (270) or 2370H (270H) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for RelStds 4972 or CompStd 4972 (520).
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Gender, Sexuality & Religion
RELSTDS 4875
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Hugh Bayard Urban | 33738
Explores intersections of gender, sexuality and religion in comparative and cross-cultural contexts. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for CompStd 4875 (515).
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Popular Culture and World Religion
RELSTDS 3679
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 2:20-3:40 | Melissa Anne Marie Curley | 35242
This course considers the intimate relationship between religion and vision—seeing and believing—as it plays out in contemporary popular cultures around the world. Focusing on the ways in which religious iconographies and popular visual cultures borrow from one another, we’ll look at a diverse set of materials: from horror movies to comic books, Kanye West to Japanese carnivals, Disney World to hell houses. Together we’ll explore how popular cultures consume the sacred, and how religious people use popular repertoires to formulate questions of ultimate concern.
Religious Studies Major Courses, Spring 2018
Classics
Ancient Greek Religion
Classics 3401
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
MWF 1:50-2:45 | Henry Storm Blume | 22162
Study of ancient Greek religions, including the beginnings of Christianity. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 323. GE historical study course.
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Christians in the Greco-Roman World
Classics 3405
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
MWF 10:20-11:15 | Henry Storm Blume | 22152
The origins and development of Christianity in its historical, social, and cultural context. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 325.
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Ancient Roman Religion
Classics 3408
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
TR 9:35-10:55 | Fritz Graf | 22156
Study of religious life and institutions in the Roman Republic and Empire, with due attention to the primary sources, in translation, and their difficulties. GE cultures and ideas and historical study course.
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Comparative Studies
Senior Seminar
COMPSTD 4990
[Major, Core Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | David Graves Horn | 13121
Writing seminar based on students' independent research. Prereq: 3990 (398), and 500 or a 4000-level course in CompStd, and Sr standing; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 598.
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Hebrew
Jewish Mystical Tradition
HEBREW 3210
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
MF 9:35-10:55 | Michael Dov Swartz | 35349
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History of Art
Christian Art
HISTART 3005
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
WF 12:45-2:05 | Barbara Joan Haeger & Andrew Siemer Trimmer | 33938
An introduction to the wide range of forms and functions of Christian images and spaces from the origin until 1700. Prereq: Soph standing. Not open to students with credit for 301. GE VPA course.
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History
Intro to Christianity
History 2220
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
TR 11:10-12:30 | TBA | 31000
TBA | TBA | 33014
Introduces students to the historical study of Christianity as a religious tradition. Sometimes this course is taught in a distance only format. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. GE historical study and diversity global studies course.
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Intro to the New Testament: History and Literature
History 2221
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
MWF 12:40-1:35 | James Albert Harill | 30931
(E) MWF 12:40-1:35 | James Albert Harill | 34652
Introductory survey of the New Testament writings in translation, including non-canonical sources of the early Christian movement. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for Clas 2221, 2221E, 2401, or 2401E. GE for lit and historical study course. Cross-listed in Clas.
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Early Christianity
History 3229
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
TR 9:35-10:55 | TBA | 33173
WF 9:35-10:55 | Kristina Marie Sessa | 34638
A survey of the history of Christianity from its Jewish and Greco-Roman roots to the late sixth century. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 506. GE historical study and diversity global studies course.
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Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Medieval/Renaissance Magic
MEDREN 2666
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Kristen M. Figg | 33879
A study of the history of witchcraft and magic from 400 to 1700 C.E. within sociological, religious and intellectual contexts. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Medieval 240. GE culture and ideas and diversity global studies course.
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Near-Eastern Languages and Cultures
Intro to Shia’s Beliefs and History
NELC 3230
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
WF 9:35-10:55 | Hadi Jorati | 33165
Introduction to the history, doctrinal tenets, and social manifestations of Shi'ism within Islam and in the context of Islamic civilization. Prereq: English 110.
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Philosophy
Asian Philosophies
PHILOS 2120
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
MWF 12:40-1:35 | Steven G Brown | 25379
A survey including at least three of the following philosophical systems of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 215. GE lit and diversity global studies course.
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Science & Religion
PHILOS 2860
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 2:20-3:40 | Richard Samuels | 33490
A philosophical examination of the relationship between science and religion, concentration on issues regarding the creation of the universe and the origins of life. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 170, CompStd 2670 (170) or RelStds 2670. GE cultures and ideas course. Cross-listed in RelStds 2670.
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Religious Studies
Introduction to Comparative Religion
RELSTDS 2370 (2370H)
[Major, Core Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Melissa Anne Marie Curley | 21176
(H) MWF 12 :40-1 :35 | Sarah Iles Johnston | 33680
Introduction to the academic study of religion through comparison among major traditions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, etc.) and smaller communities. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 2370H or CompStd 2370H (270H) or 2370 (270). GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course.
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Science & Religion
RELSTDS 2670
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 2:20-3:40 | Richard Samuels | 33490
A philosophical examination of the relationship between science and religion, concentration on issues regarding the creation of the universe and the origins of life. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 170, CompStd 2670 (170) or RelStds 2670. GE cultures and ideas course. Cross-listed in Philos 2860.
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Religions of India
RELSTDS 3671
[Major, Individual Religious Traditions]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Hugh Bayard Urban | 34929
History and structure of South Asian religions with attention to myth, ritual, art, philosophy, and social stratification. 2370 (270) recommended. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for CompStd 3671 (321) or RelStds 321.
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Religion & American Culture
RELSTDS 3678
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | Isaac Amitai Weiner | 33694
Thematic approach to the intersections of religion and American culture, with attention to varied topics such as pluralism, nationalism, race, gender, sexuality, law, media, science, economics, and popular culture. 2370 (270) recommended. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for CompStd 3678. GE diversity soc div in the US course.
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Theory and Method in the Study of Religion
RELSTDS 3972
[Major, Core Courses]
TR 3:55-5:15 | David Bernhard Brakke | 13086
Survey of contemporary theories and methods used in the academic study of religion. Prereq: 2370 (270) or 2370H (270H) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for RelStds 4972 or CompStd 4972 (520).
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Gender, Sexuality, & Religion
RELSTDS 4875
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Hugh Bayard Urban | 33738
Explores intersections of gender, sexuality and religion in comparative and cross-cultural contexts. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for CompStd 4875 (515).
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Popular Culture and World Religion
RELSTDS 3679
[Major, Comparative/Interdisciplinary Courses]
TR 2:20-3:40 | Melissa Anne Marie Curley | 35242
The representation of religion in visual culture, in the United States and around the world; the ways that religious traditions are represented or misrepresented; the ways religious traditions appropriate popular culture for their own purposes; new forms of religious practice and community that grow directly out of popular culture. Prereq: English 1110. GE VPA course
Religious Studies Minor Courses, Spring 2018
Arabic
Introduction to the Arabic Qur’ran
ARABIC 4626
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Geoffrey J Moseley | 33153
A linguistic, literary, and cultural analysis of selected chapters from the Qur'an. Prereq: 2104. Not open to students with credit for 626.
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Classics
Classical Mythology
CLAS 2220 (2220H)
[Minor, Elective Courses]
MWF 11:30-12:25 | Thomas Richard Hawkins | 12798
TR 7:05-8:25 | Laura Ann Marshall | 22164
(H) MWF 1:50-2:45 | Katrina Victoria Vaananen | 12799
(H) TR 9:35-10:55 | Aaron Grindle Palmore | 34615
(H) TR 2:20-3:40 | Frank Thomas Coulson | 12800
(H) WF 9:35-10;55 | Christine Hamilton | 12801
(H) TR 3:55-5:15 | Frank Thomas Coulson | 22153
Personalities and attributes of the Greek and Roman gods and goddesses, their mythology and its influence on Western culture. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 222. GE lit and diversity global studies course.
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Ancient Greek Religion
CLAS 3401
[Minor, Elective Courses]
MWF 1:50-2:45 | Henry Storm Blume | 22162
Study of ancient Greek religions, including the beginnings of Christianity. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 323. GE historical study course.
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Christians in the Greco-Roman World
CLAS 3405
[Minor, Elective Courses]
MWF 10:20-11:15 | Henry Storm Blume | 22152
The origins and development of Christianity in its historical, social, and cultural context. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Classics 325.
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Comparative Studies
Topics in Comparative Studies
COMSTD 5691
[Minor, Core Courses]
TBA | TBA | 33893
TBA | TBA | 33894
Writing seminar based on students' independent research. Prereq: 3990 (398), and 500 or a 4000-level course in CompStd, and Sr standing; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 598.
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English
The English Bible
English 2280
[Minor, Elective Courses]
WF 11:10-12:30 | TBA | 29563
The Bible in English translation, with special attention to its literary qualities, conceptual content, and development within history. Prereq: 1110.01 (110.01) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 2280H (280H) or 280. GE lit course.
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Hebrew
Culture of Contemporary Israel
Hebrew 2241
[Minor, Elective Courses]
MW 12:45-2:05 | Adena V. Tanenbaum | 30413
An introduction to the Culture of modern Israel: historical roots, socio-political institutions and developments, and literary and artistic creations reflecting the realities of contemporary Israeli society. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Hebrew 2241H (241H), 241, JewshSt 2242, or 2242H. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. Cross-listed in JewshSt 2242.
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Biblical and Post-Biblical Hebrew Literature in Translation
Hebrew 2700H
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | Daniel Frank | 30418
Reading and analysis of selected chapters from the Hebrew scriptures and post-biblical Hebrew writings representative of major historical, cultural, and literary trends. Prereq: English 1110 (110). Not open to students with credit for 370, 370H, 2700H, JewshSt 2700, or JewshSt 2700H. GE lit and diversity global studies course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.
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Women in the Bible and Beyond
Hebrew 2704
[Minor, Elective Courses]
WF 11:10-12:30 | Naomi Brenner | 33160
An examination of the social, legal, and religious position of women as they appear in the Hebrew Bible and the ways in which they have been represented and interpreted in later textual, visual, and audio sources. Prereq: English 1110 (110). Not open to students with credit for 374 or JewshSt 2704. GE lit and diversity global studies course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.
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Intro to Hebrew Literary and Cultural Texts
Hebrew 5601
[Minor, Elective Courses]
MW 9:35-10:55 | Adena V. Tanenbaum | 30409
MW 9:35-10:55 | Adena V. Tanenbaum | 30410
Literary and cultural Hebrew texts from the biblical to the modern period; students will develop the ability to read critically and to build analytical vocabulary. In Hebrew. Prereq: 2105, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for JewshSt 5601.
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The Bible as Literature
Hebrew 5602
[Minor, Elective Courses]
WF 2:20-3:40 | Sam Arthur Meier | 14929
WF 2:20-3:40 | Sam Arthur Meier | 33164
Critical study of basic issues in the language and analysis of biblical texts. In Hebrew. Prereq: 2105, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs.
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History of Art
East Asian Art
HISTART 2003
[Minor, Elective Courses]
(LEC) MW 11:30-12:25 | Andrew Siemer Trimmer & Christina Wei-Szu Burke | 14951
(REC) R 11:30-12:25 | TBA | 14952
(REC) F 11:30-12:25 | TBA | 14953
(REC) F 11:30-12:25 | TBA | 30432
(REC) R 11:30-12:25 | TBA | 30433
(H) TR 9:35-10:55 | Julia Frances Andrews & Andrew Siemer Trimmer | 33924
Art of East Asian cultures from ancient through contemporary times. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 213 or 2003H. GE VPA and historical study and diversity global studies course.
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Images of the Mind: Chinese Painting of the Yuan and Ming Periods (1279-1644)
HISTART 5816
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 2:20-3:40 | Julia Frances Andrews & Andrew Siemer Trimmer | 33977
TR 2:20-3:40 | Julia Frances Andrews & Andrew Siemer Trimmer | 33978
A survey of Chinese painting from the Yuan and Ming periods, with emphasis on style, subject matter, and cultural context. Prereq: Soph or Grad standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 678.02
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History
Intro to Christianity
History 2220
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | TBA | 31000
TBA | TBA | 33014
Introduces students to the historical study of Christianity as a religious tradition. Sometimes this course is taught in a distance only format. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. GE historical study and diversity global studies course.
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Ancient Jewish History
History 2450
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 3:55-5:15 | TBA | 30962
Introduction to the history of Jewish communities, religion, and culture in the Near East from the Greco-Roman period to the First Crusade. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 330.01 or JewshSt 2450. GE cultures and ideas and historical study and diversity global studies course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.
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Medieval Jewish History
History 2451
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Daniel Frank | 33159
Introduction to the history of Jewish communities, religion, and culture in Europe during the Medieval and Early Modern periods. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 330.01, 330.02, or JewshSt 2451. GE historical study course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.
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History of Zionism & Modern Israel
History 2453
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | Alexander Kaye | 33161
The history of Zionist movement and the modern state of Israel from beginnings to present. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 334 or JewshSt 2453. GE historical study course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.
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American Religious History
History 3045
[Minor, Elective Courses]
W 11:10-12:30 | Raymond Dye Irwin | 31011
W 5:30-6:50 | Raymond Dye Irwin | 34869
An examination of religious history of the United States from colonial era to the present. Prereq or concur: Any 2000-level History course, and English 1110.xx; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 578. GE historical study course.
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Native American History from Removal – Present
History 3071
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Daniel Winunwe Rivers | 30963
Covers major events in American Indian history from 1820s to present, including removal, reservations, cultural adaptation, federal policies, self-determination, activism, and contemporary issues. Prereq: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 568.02. GE historical study and diversity soc diversity in the US course.
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Early Christianity
History 3229
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | TBA | 33173
MW 9:35-10:55 | Kristina Marie Sessa | 34638
A survey of the history of Christianity from its Jewish and Greco-Roman roots to the late sixth century. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 506. GE historical study and diversity global studies course.
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Medieval Christianity
History 3230
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Alison Isdale Beach | 33174
Study of the development of Medieval Christianity from Constantine to the early sixteenth century. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 507. GE historical study course.
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Islam in Africa
History 3304
[Minor, Elective Courses]
T 11:10-12:30 | Ousman Kobo | 33177
Africa from the emergence of Islam in the 600s to the Present. African contributions to Islam and the impact of Islam on African societies. Sometimes this course is offered in a distance-only format. Prereq: English 1110.xx and any History 2000-level course, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 541.02 or AfAmASt 3304 (541). GE historical study course. Cross-listed in AfAmASt.
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Intellectual and Social Movements in the Muslim World
History 3351
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Jane Hathaway | 33178
Upper-level lecture/discussion course on significant intellectual and social movements in the Middle East and vicinity from the advent of Islam to the present. Prereq or concur: English 1110.xx, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 542.01. GE historical study course.
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Ancient Israel
History 3450
[Minor, Elective Courses]
WF 11:10-12:30 | Sam Arthur Meier | 33181
Survey of the history and historiography of Israel from its origins to the advent of Hellenism. Prereq: English 1110.xx, and any History 2000-level course; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 530.01 or JewshSt 3450. GE historical study course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.
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Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Medieval/Renaissance Magic
MEDREN 2666
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Kristen M. Figg | 33879
A study of the history of witchcraft and magic from 400 to 1700 C.E. within sociological, religious and intellectual contexts. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Medieval 240. GE culture and ideas and diversity global studies course.
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Near-Eastern Languages and Cultures
Intro to Shia’s Beliefs and History
NELC 3230
[Minor, Elective Courses]
TR 12:45-2:05 | Sean W Anthony | 33165
Introduction to the history, doctrinal tenets, and social manifestations of Shi'ism within Islam and in the context of Islamic civilization. Prereq: English 110.
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Philosophy
Asian Philosophies
PHILOS 2120
[Minor, Elective Courses]
MWF 12:40-1:35 | Steven G Brown | 25379
A survey including at least three of the following philosophical systems of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 215. GE lit and diversity global studies course.
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Religious Studies
Introduction to Comparative Religion
RELSTDS 2370 (2370H)
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Melissa Anne Marie Curley | 21176
(H) MWF 12 :40-1 :35 | Sarah Iles Johnston | 33680
Introduction to the academic study of religion through comparison among major traditions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, etc.) and smaller communities. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 2370H or CompStd 2370H (270H) or 2370 (270). GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course.
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Religion & American Culture
RELSTDS 3678
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 9:35-10:55 | Isaac Amitai Weiner | 33694
Thematic approach to the intersections of religion and American culture, with attention to varied topics such as pluralism, nationalism, race, gender, sexuality, law, media, science, economics, and popular culture. 2370 (270) recommended. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for CompStd 3678. GE diversity soc div in the US course.
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Theory and Method in the Study of Religion
RELSTDS 3972
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 3:55-5:15 | David Bernhard Brakke | 13086
Survey of contemporary theories and methods used in the academic study of religion. Prereq: 2370 (270) or 2370H (270H) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for RelStds 4972 or CompStd 4972 (520).
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Gender, Sexuality & Religion
RELSTDS 4875
[Minor, Core Courses]
TR 11:10-12:30 | Hugh Bayard Urban | 33738
Explores intersections of gender, sexuality and religion in comparative and cross-cultural contexts. Prereq: English 1110 (110) or equiv. Not open to students with credit for CompStd 4875 (515).