Wright, ed., Armageddon in Waco , chapters 11-12. Wright, ed., Armageddon in Waco , chapters 13-14. When preparing these readings students will undoubtedly come across the names of groups and individuals which they do not recognize. In order to understand more fully the phenomena of cults, sects, and new religious movements, I strongly recommend students look up any group they do not recognize on Jeffrey Hadden's Religious Movements page. Dr. Hadden is a professor of sociology at the University of Virginia, and an internationally respected authority on NRMs.
Students are free to choose their own group or movement.
If you need direction, either come and see me or email me . This paper should conform to all the requirements of a proper academic research essay. Proper documentation and support for your argument is essential. Click here for information on documentation styles . This is due at the beginning of class, December 4.