The subject of women s roles in religions has been carefully ignored by scholars and students of religions until very recently. In this course, we will restudy and rediscover the wealth of religious activity which has been and is the sphere of women their own and not lesser. Preparation for class will be expected of all.
All readings are to be completed for the class at which they are listed.
Attendance of all classes is expected and roll will be taken. Participation in class discussions is a necessary component of attendance. Because of the nature of this class, inclusive and nonsexist language will be expected in discussions and writings. Students, in groups of 2 or 3, will conduct one class discussion each during the semester. Discussion leaders will be expected to raise the central issues of the assigned reading through the interactive participation of the whole class.