This course will focus on the beliefs, practices, and communities of these traditions, and their histories down to the present day. The course is primarily lecture with discussions each period, in addition to occasional audio-visual presentations. Open to students in any college in the University. 3 credit hours. Cady Introduction to the nature and role of religious beliefs and practices in shaping the lives of individuals and societies, with particular attention to the modern world.
Primary focus is upon the American context.
3 credit hours. This course has two goals. Judaism and the various Judaisms and ways of being Jewish that are found in the modern and contemporary eras. The second goal of the course is to help students develop skills and expertise necessary for engaging in the study of the humanities. 3 credit hours.