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RELIGION 201 - Introduction to World Religions: Near Eastern
Section: 001
Term: FA 2017
Subject: Religion (RELIGION)
Department: LSA Studies in Religion
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Details

Credits:
4
Requirements & Distribution:
HU
Other:
WorldLit
Other Course Info:
F.
Repeatability:
May not be repeated for credit.
Primary Instructor:
Muehlberger,Ellen

Description

In this course, you will learn the diverse history, practices, and ideas of three major religious traditions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The class is designed to give you a foundation so you can understand and evaluate current events and cultural products like films, art, and novels; take more advanced classes about these traditions; or read more on your own about them.

Course Requirements:

Assignments include several short writing projects, a midterm, and a final. Attendance and participation in section will figure as a part of the course grade.

Intended Audience:

This is an introductory course: it is not necessary for students to have any previous experience in the study of religion. Everyone is welcome.

Class Format:

Two 90-minute meetings and discussion section each week.

Schedule

RELIGION 201 - Introduction to World Religions: Near Eastern
Schedule Listing
001 (LEC)
 
30694
Open
2
 
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MW 11:30AM - 1:00PMLEC RM 2 MLB
002 (DIS)
P
30695
Closed
0
 
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F 11:00AM - 12:00PM2040 RUTHVEN
003 (DIS)
P
30696
Open
1
 
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F 1:00PM - 2:00PM2155 NQ

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