Only one course from Religion 387 and 487 may be elected in the same term. This course is designed to accommodate students who may be unable to take listed offerings or have special reasons for undertaking directed readings. Course content and requirements are worked out individually between the student and the instructor. Credit may vary from one to three hours. Seminar in Religion.
Religion concentrators with junior or senior standing.
The Theology of Bartholome de las Casas , to be taught by Visiting Professor of Religious Thought, Gustavo Gutierrez, from the University of Lima, Peru. Professor Gutierrez will focus on the application of Liberation Theology from the historical perspective of Bartholome de las Casas, a 16th century Dominican priest whose theology and social awareness had far-reaching consequences in the social structure of South and also North America. Upperclass standing and permission of instructor. May be repeated with permission for a total of 6 credits. Logos and Liturgy.