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POL 3223 Politics of Administration Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
Examines the role administrators play in formulating as well as implementing public policy. Considers how citizens in a limited democracy can control those who implement the law and, thereby, wield the power of the state.
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POL 3243 Environmentalism Subdiscipline: Political and Legal Theory
(3 hours)
Explores the classics in the development of an environmental consciousness. Readings include works by Thoreau, Muir, Olmstead, Leopold, Carson, and Naess. Discussion of environmental public politics, focusing on costs and benefits, and externalities. Students will write policy papers, culminating in a presentation to the class.
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POL 3263 African Politics Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
This course offers a broad survey of African politics. Specifically, it investigates: the causes and effects of corruption in many African countries; African state building trajectories; efforts to achieve democracy throughout Africa; why transformative economic development has been elusive; why ethnicity has proven to be a salient identity for political mobilization; and the AIDS epidemic present in parts of the continent.
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POL 3273 Chinese Politics Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
This course focuses on the evolution of the Chinese political system since 1949. It analyzes the nature and causes of the Communist Revolution, the process and problems of socialist transformation, and the social, political, and economic changes that have occurred in the post-Mao period.
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POL 3303 State Building and Political Development Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
The rise of the modern, sovereign state is one of the most important political developments in the past 500 years. The modern state has reordered the way territory is claimed; military power is organized; economic activity is regulated; and individuals conceive of their identities. To better understand the modern state, we will investigate how modern states developed initially in Western Europe and how state building trajectories have differed in Latin America, Africa, and East Asia.
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POL 3343 Civil Liberties in the United States Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
Legal scholarship and U.S. Supreme Court case law concerning the relationship of the individual to the government. Emphasis on the Bill of Rights and the provisions of the 14th amendment.
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POL 3353 Politics and Culture of Japan Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
The cultural experience of the Japanese in war, economic prosperity, and political stalemate as revealed in texts and film. Considers Japan’s developmental state, its foreign relations, its status as the no. 2 economic power, and its role in Asia and the world.
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POL 3423 The Politics of Public Policy Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
The processes and factors shaping the major policy options for managing the problems of an advanced industrial society. Environmental and regulatory policies are stressed.
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POL 3463 Constitutional Law Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
Legal scholarship and U.S. Supreme Court case law concerning our system of separated and divided powers. Begins with an examination of American jurisprudence and theories of judicial review.
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POL 3603 International Human Rights Atrocities: Politics, Law and Justice Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
Focuses upon the core crimes of international law (aggression, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide), important developments in international criminal justice (including the Nuremberg Trials and the creation of the International Criminal Court), and alternatives to criminal tribunals such as the South African Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
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POL 3973 Seminar Subdiscipline: Political Science: Other Subdiscipline
(3 hours)
Independent reading, and research projects undertaken with permission of instructor.
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POL 4023 Russian Foreign Policy Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
The foreign policy of the Russian Federation, against the background of the Tsarist and Soviet periods. Special attention to the processes by which foreign policy decisions are made and the role of ideas in shaping policy.
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POL 4033 Seminar in the History of Political Thought Subdiscipline: Political and Legal Theory
(3 hours)
Consideration of a single author, the political thought of a particular time and place, or a theme or school of thought. For seniors majoring in history, political science, or philosophy, or pursuing a certificate in political philosophy. Same as HIST 4033 , PHIL 4003 .
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POL 4053 Politics and Culture of Russia Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
The ideology, political and social structures, and policies of Russia are examined in the context of the Communist revolution and imperial collapse and the subsequent breakup of the Soviet Union.
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POL 4063 Philosophy of Law Subdiscipline: Political and Legal Theory
(3 hours)
Major alternative theories of the nature of law and legal systems and possible synthesis, with emphasis on selected principal writings of such philosophers as Hart, Kelsen, R.M. Dworkin, Ross, Fuller, and Raz. Topics include the nature of norms, the relation between law and morality studies, and issues in theory of adjudication. Same as PHIL 4063 .
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POL 4073 The American Presidency Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
Examines the foundations of presidential power, traces the historical development of the institution, applies and evaluates various scholarly approaches to understanding the American presidency.
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POL 4083 The Politics of Natural Resource Wealth Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
A “resource curse” arguably plagues countries with abundant natural resource wealth. These negative consequences include low levels of economic development; feeble institutional structures; authoritarian regimes; and political instability and civil war. This course seeks to understand if a resource curse indeed exists.
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POL 4093 American National Security Policy Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
Analysis of the formulation and conduct of the over-all defense and security policy of the United States, with special attention to defense budgeting and to the intelligence community. Consideration of America’s security interests in major regions of the world.
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POL 4113 Interests and Identities in American Politics Subdiscipline: American Politics
(3 hours)
Students explore the topic of “pluralism,” or the idea that groups are central to the functioning of democratic societies. Topics range from perennial questions raised by Madison’s “Federalist 10” to contemporary questions about the role of money in politics.
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POL 4133 Corruption and Government Reform Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
Explores why some countries feature civil service administrations staffed by qualified experts who act within the law, whereas other countries have bureaucracies whose agents use their positions for their personal gain. Surveys efforts to institute merit-based reforms in the United States, Europe, and the developing world.
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POL 4503 Topics in International Studies Subdiscipline: International Political Studies
(3 hours)
Exploration in depth of an issue in contemporary international relations or comparative politics. Topics vary.
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POL 4513 Topics in Public Affairs Subdiscipline: Political and Legal Theory
(3 hours)
Exploration in depth of issues in public affairs. Topics vary.
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POL 4523 Topics in Law and Society Subdiscipline: Political and Legal Theory
(3 hours)
Joint student and faculty exploration of a substantive topic in contemporary law and society. The topic itself changes from one semester to another.
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POL 4591-9 Internship Subdiscipline: Political Science: Other Subdiscipline
(1-9 hours)
Juniors and seniors in internship programs under the direction and with the permission of the faculty.
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POL 4973 Senior Project Subdiscipline: Political Science: Other Subdiscipline
(3 hours)
The capstone to the major. Under the leadership of the seminar instructor, each student will do a thesis under the supervision of one of the faculty.
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POL 4991-9 Independent Study Subdiscipline: Political Science: Other Subdiscipline
(1-9 hours)
Study abroad, independent reading, and research projects undertaken with permission of instructor.
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Portuguese |
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PORT 1004 Beginning Portuguese I
(4 hours)
Acquisition of basic communicative competence, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural skills. Strategies for functioning in situations at a level of appropriate to novice learners. Prerequisite: No previous training or experience in Portuguese, or departmental approval through placement.
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PORT 1014 Beginning Portuguese II
(4 hours)
Acquisition of basic communicative competence, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural skills. Strategies for functioning in situations at a level appropriate to novice learners. Study of grammar as aid to communications. Prerequisite: Grade of C of higher in PORT 1004 or its equivalent, or departmental approval through placement.
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PORT 2003 Intermediate Portuguese I
(3 hours)
Increases learners’ ability to use the language in a wider range of situations and with greater accuracy. Increased use of authentic materials. Study of grammar as aid to communication. Prerequisite: Grade of C of higher in PORT 1014 or its equivalent, or departmental approval through placement.
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PORT 2013 Intermediate Portuguese II
(3 hours)
Increases learners’ ability to use the language in a wider range of situations and with greater accuracy. Increased use of authentic materials. Study of grammar as aid to communication. Prerequisite: Grade of C of higher in PORT 2003 or its equivalent, or departmental approval through placement.
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PORT 3463 Business Portuguese
(3 hours)
Acquisition of basic practical tools and cultural knowledge necessary for success in the business world of Portuguese-speaking countries. Prerequisite: PORT 2013 or its equivalent, departmental approval through placement, or permission of instructor.
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PSY 2023 Statistics for Behavioral Sciences
(3 hours)
Provides a foundation in probability theory and statistical analysis of social science data. Emphasis on what various statistics do, when they might be useful, and how to compute the results. A balance between procedural and conceptual understanding is presented.
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PSY 2053 Psychology of Work
(3 hours) Block 2
Takes an in-depth approach to studying some of the major aspects of workplace psychology (e.g., selection of employees, assessment of individual differences, leadership, job attitudes), including an examination of the context in which these phenomena occur (e.g., legal issues and broader societal concerns such as fairness and equal access).
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PSY 2083 Psychology of Trauma
(3 hours) Block 2
Examination of multidisciplinary research regarding the nature and prevalence of trauma, the history of trauma studies (including impact of the women’s movement), theoretical models of the impact of trauma reactions, and the nature and course of the psychological impact of trauma. Same as WS 2083 .
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PSY 2143 Psychology of Advertising
(3 hours) Block 2
An examination of the psychological principles and theories applied to advertising and consumer behavior. Topics include: sensation and perception, learning and memory, motivation, personality, attitudes and persuasion, and decision-making.
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PSY 2153 Applied Sport Psychology
(3 hours) Block 3
Applied sport psychology (ASP) uses theory and research to help individuals achieve optimal mental health and improve performance. This course provides an overview of the research, methodology, and mental skills associated with ASP, and facilitates understanding of how participation in sport and exercise affects psychological development, health, and well-being.
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PSY 2253 Foundations of Psychology
(3 hours)
Provides an overview of psychological theory and research on brain-behavior relations, motivation, learning, sensation and perception, memory, social behavior, intelligence, personality, and psychopathology.
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PSY 2273 Critical Thinking in Psychology
(3 hours) Block 2
Application of critical thinking skills to distinguish psychological science from pseudoscience. Topics such as relativism versus realism, valid and invalid argument forms, scientific method, and the error prone ways of human judgment are reviewed and then applied to current issues in psychology.
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PSY 2303 Global Health and Society: Ghana
(3 hours) Block 2
An introductory course addressing issues of global health, specifically focused on the history and current state of health and health care in the developing country of Ghana. Students will travel to Ghana and site visits to health care agencies and facilities will complement and inform lectures and readings.
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PSY 3013 Research Methods
(3 hours)
Introduction to principles of scientific research in the social sciences. All stages of the research process (from selecting of the topic to the presentation of results) are discussed. Experience with experimental and correlational methods is provided. Prerequisite: PSY 2023 with a grade of B or higher.
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PSY 3023 Assessment of Individual Differences
(3 hours)
Introduction to psychometric theory and practice, with application to the evaluation and use of tests in psychological assessment. Experiential exercises provide basic skills in estimating and evaluating the reliability and validity of tests. Prerequisite: PSY 2023 with a grade of B or higher.
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PSY 3033 Abnormal Psychology
(3 hours)
Overview of mental disorders with interpretation from dynamic, biological, and behavioral perspectives. Current research findings are presented as they apply to etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
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PSY 3053 Social Psychology
(3 hours)
Systematic overview of experimental studies of the effects of social interaction on attitudes and behavior.
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PSY 3063 Developmental Psychology
(3 hours)
Examines significant issues in the study of developmental change in human behavior. Emphasizes understanding of how human beings grow physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially during infancy, childhood, and adolescence. Prerequisite: PSY 2253 with a grade of C or higher.
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PSY 3073 Industrial/Organizational Psychology
(3 hours)
An examination of psychological techniques, principles, and theories applied to the study of individuals and groups within organizations. Topics include personnel selection, evaluation, performance, training, motivation, and leadership.
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PSY 3083 Clinical Psychology and Behavior Change
(3 hours)
Examination of psychological principles as a basis for effective intervention in human problems. Introduction to the roles and functions of professional psychologists in mental health, medical, educational, and community settings; theories and techniques of psychological interviewing and evaluation; and development of change programs for child and adult behavior problems.
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PSY 3991-3 Independent Study
(1-3 hours)
Supervised research with a faculty member or directed readings on a topic selected by the student in conjunction with a faculty member.
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PSY 4003 Theories of Personality
(3 hours)
Examines the major issues and methodological approaches to the study of personality, with emphasis on the biological and social factors that contribute to enduring tendencies and change.
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PSY 4013 History of Psychology
(3 hours)
A survey and critical analysis of the philosophical, social, and scientific foundations of psychological thought from ancient times to the present.
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PSY 4023 Psychology of Women
(3 hours)
Introduces students to prominent theories and empirical evidence regarding the psychology of women with a focus on how gender influences development and behaviors from a variety of perspectives. Same as WS 4023 .
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PSY 4033 Cognitive Psychology
(3 hours)
Examines cognitive processes involved in human perception, memory, thinking, and learning, with a focus on theories and research on human information processing. Prerequisite: PSY 3013 with a grade of C or higher.
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PSY 4063 Psychology of Diversity
(3 hours)
Provides an overview of many of the psychological and social issues facing marginalized and majority groups in the United States. Applies psychological theories and principles to understand the role of culture in human social behavior within a variety of contexts. Same as WS 4063 .
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PSY 4083-4 Biological Foundations of Behavior
(3-4 hours)
Examines the structure and function of the nervous system and related systems, with emphasis on neuron conduction and transmission, sensation, and current theory and research on the biological correlates of behavior.
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PSY 4183 Topics in Psychology
(3 hours)
Examines contemporary themes and issues in psychological theory and research.
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PSY 4193 Occupational Health Psychology
(3 hours)
Reviews major theories and empirical research showing the effects of the work environment on employees’ health and well-being. Emphasizes the practice of wellness promotion and prevention of negative health-related consequences within organizational settings. Prerequisites: PSY 2023 and PSY 3013 with grades of C or higher.
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PSY 4223 Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine
(3 hours)
Provides a broad overview of theory, research and practice of health psychology and behavioral medicine emphasizing the prevention and modification of health comprising behaviors; psychological management of stress, pain and chronic/terminal illness; and effective interventions for specific health behaviors/disorders.
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PSY 4243 Journalism and Trauma
(3 hours)
Explores how news about trauma is gathered and transmitted in the service of helping citizens be knowledgeable critical consumers of news. Topics include information about traumatic events, accurate reporting of such topics, ethical treatment of sources and subjects of the news (e.g., victims and families), the impact of trauma coverage on news consumers, and the psychological effects of covering traumatic events upon news professionals.
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PSY 4253 Evolutionary Psychology
(3 hours)
Evolutionary psychology provides a broad understanding of human behavior in terms of survival, reproduction, and heritability. Topics include human food and shelter preferences, fears and phobias, male and female mating strategies, parenting strategies, cooperation and altruism, aggression and warfare, love and jealousy, and social dominance.
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PSY 4771 Clinical Psychology Practicum
(1 hour)
Provides practicum experience for undergraduate students of abnormal psychology. Course was developed to provide undergraduate students with exposure to individuals with serious, chronic mental illness. Corequisite: PSY 3083 .
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PSY 4871-3 Community Psychology Practicum
(1-3 hours)
Supervised experience with community agencies or projects working to improve social well-being.
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PSY 4973 Senior Seminar
(3 hours)
Several options are available to meet the senior seminar requirement. Students need to work with their psychology advisors to choose the most appropriate option.
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PSY 4991-3 Independent Research
(1-3 hours)
Supervised research with a faculty member or directed readings on a topic selected by the student in conjunction with a faculty member.
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PSY 5003 Behavior Neuroscience Psychology
(3 hours)
Introduction to human neuroanatomy, nervous system functioning, biological foundations of several major behavioral systems, and of psychopharmacology. Survey of current issues in the neurosciences, emphasizing topics of particular relevance in applied settings.
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PSY 5283 Statistical Methods for Research II
(3 hours)
Advanced statistical techniques, including analysis of variance, multiple regression, multiple and partial correlation, analysis of covariance and some nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course.
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PSY 5973 Seminar
(3 hours)
Intensive, semester-long study of special topics in I-O and clinical psychology.
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QM 2013 Statistics I
(3 hours)
Introduction to statistical methods with emphasis on data distribution characteristics, probability, sampling, distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: MIS 1001 and MATH 1093 with grades of C or higher.
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QM 2023 Statistics II
(3 hours)
Analysis and application of univariate and multivariate statistical methods. Emphasis on analysis of variance, regression, correlation, non-parametric methods, time series, and forecasting. Prerequisite: QM 2013 with a grade of C or higher.
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QM 3023 Operations Management
(3 hours)
Introduction to effective management of manufacturing and service systems. Topics include productivity, process and job design, capacity planning, distribution, supply chain management, aggregate production planning, inventory control, scheduling, quality assurance, and operations strategy. Prerequisites: Junior standing; ENGL 1033 , ACCT 2113 , ACCT 2123 , ECON 2013 , ECON 2023 , MATH 1093 , MATH 1103 , BL 2013 , MIS 1001 and QM 2023 with grades of C or higher; and BUS 2001 with a grade of P.
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REL 1003 Explaining Religion
(3 hours) Block 2
Religious commitment explained by insiders and outsiders, by those who believe and by those who do not. Topics include God and the gods, myth, ritual, conversion, sacrifice, mystical experience, scripture, magic, defilement and death.
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REL 1133 Scottish Reformation
(3 hours) Block 2
Explores the historical events, social/political contexts, theological perspectives and major figures leading up to, surrounding and growing out of the Scottish Reformation of the 16th century - with August of 1560 being the specific historic pivot point - and extending well into the later part of the 17th century.
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REL 1453 The Great Conversation I: Ancient and Medieval
(3 hours) Block 2
Introduction to ancient and medieval thought about the origins of the cosmos and human life, the nature of God (or the gods), the relationship between human and divine spheres, and the foundations and limits of knowledge. Same as PHIL 1453 .
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REL 2013 Introduction to the Hebrew Bible
(3 hours) Block 1
Theological, cultural, geographic, and literary features of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament). Inquiry into characterization, internal structure, parallels between passages, story, and relation of story to theology.
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REL 2023 The New Testament as Literature
(3 hours) Block 2
The story of Jesus’ life as it appears in the canonical gospels: the messianic gospel of Matthew; the action-centered gospel of Mark; Luke/Acts, which sees Jesus’ life as beginning a new era and fulfilling an old one; and the gospel writer John’s story of the divine Son of God.
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REL 2113 Roman Catholicism
(3 hours) Block 1
An overview of Roman Catholicism, its worldview, history, rituals, ethics, and contemporary trends.
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REL 2203 Jesus: Traditional and Contemporary Perspectives
(3 hours) Block 2
New Testament, traditional, contemporary, and comparative religious perspectives on Jesus of Nazareth.
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REL 2333 Christian Ethics
(3 hours) Block 2
The moral reflections of Christians in America after the demise of cultural Protestantism. Topics include biblical origins, perspectives from the early church and the Reformation, secular alternatives, and the diversity of theological reflection among contemporary Christians.
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REL 2343 Christian Faith and Thought
(3 hours) Block 2
Introduction to the study of the Christian faith as a major world religion, and critical examination of the heart of the Christian tradition, its doctrines and beliefs.
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REL 2383 Religion and Science
(3 hours) Block 2
A survey of religious issues that have arisen through the interaction between western science and religion. Topics include cosmology, evolution, and technology.
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REL 2453 The Great Conversation II: Modern and Contemporary
(3 hours) Block 2
An examination of major figures in the break-off of philosophy from theology in the modern era. Consideration of the Reformation background of modern thought, the challenge of scientific rationalism to religion, and the effort to conceive the moral and political foundations of society in wholly secular terms. Same as PHIL 2453 .
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REL 2503 God and Human Suffering
(3 hours) Block 1
The attempt to make sense of moral and natural evil given the theological commitments of classical monotheism.
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REL 2583 Confronting the Holocaust: Questions of Life and Faith
(3 hours) Block 2
The impact of the Holocaust on religious people, particularly Jews and Christians, as they seek to bring the resources of their traditions to bear on the ethical and spiritual demands of the late 20th century.
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REL 3253 Wisdom Literature
(3 hours)
The background ideas, and literary problems of the wisdom literature of the Bible.
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REL 3263 Religion and Morality from Kant to Nietzsche
(3 hours)
Major themes and figures in 18th- and 19thcentury moral philosophy and theology, with attention to the Enlightenment’s effort to make secular sense of the moral world and to critics of this effort, both secular and theological. Same as PHIL 3263 .
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REL 3273 The Wall of Separation: Church-State Relations
(3 hours)
An introduction to issues of church and state in American law.
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REL 3283 Topics in Philosophy and Religion
(3 hours)
A consideration of religious themes in philosophy and philosophical questions in religious thought and practice. Same as PHIL 3283 .
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REL 3313 The Sociology of Religion
(3 hours)
Classical and contemporary sociology of religion, with attention to individual religiosity and patterns of religious institutions and organizations. Topics include the social-psychological dimensions of religiosity, church, sect, and cult development, and religion’s relationship to other social and cultural institutions and organizations.
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REL 3363 Introduction to Early Christian Thought
(3 hours)
Survey of the first four centuries of Christianity after the New Testament period. Topics include the development of Christian doctrines, institutions, and movements.
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REL 3383 Protestant Reformation
(3 hours)
Survey of the religious issues at stake in the reformation and the historical and political context in which these issues were developed.
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REL 3443 Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion
(3 hours)
Magic, witchcraft, and religion from a cross-cultural perspective, with emphasis on beliefs and practices of non-Western peoples. Topics include shamanism, sorcery, ritual and symbol, rites of passage, and cult movements. Emphasis on the diversity of beliefs and practices and their possible functions in human societies. Prerequisite: ANTH 1063 or ANTH 2043 , or permission of instructor. Same as ANTH 3443 .
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REL 3503 Paul and the Early Church
(3 hours)
Life and times of the Apostle Paul and the first Christian recipients of his letters. Major ecclesial and theological issues in Romans, Galatians, I-II Thessalonians, I-II Corinthians, and Ephesians.
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REL 3523 Mystical Literature
(3 hours)
Classical works of Christian mystical literature from authors such as Dionysius the Areopagite, Augustine of Hippo, Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, Julian of Norwich and Bernard of Clairvaux.
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REL 3973 Seminar: Special Topics in Religion
(3 hours)
Various topics.
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REL 3993 Independent Study
(3 hours)
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REL 4023 Philosophical Theology
(3 hours)
The theological character of certain aspects of contemporary philosophy and the philosophical significance of certain modern theological proposals. Same as PHIL 4023 .
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REL 4033 Legal and Political Theory of Thomas Aquinas
(3 hours)
A study of Thomas Aquinas’s treatment of law and politics. Topics include the nature of practical reason, authority, types of law, and kinds of political regimes.
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REL 4043 Augustine
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An introduction to the theology of Augustine of Hippo, with special attention to his moral and political writings. Same as PHIL 4243 .
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REL 4053 Three Catholic Thinkers
(3 hours)
A survey of Catholic thinkers - one from antiquity, one from the medieval period, and one from the modern or contemporary period - on a selected topic, e.g. faith, happiness, justice, ecclesiology.
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REL 4093 The Council of Nicea
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An introduction to the history of the fourth-century debate among Christian bishops that produced the Nicene Creed, until now a core Christian statement of Trinitarian orthodoxy.
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REL 4163 Philosophy of Natural Law and Natural Right
(3 hours)
An introduction to the Western natural law tradition. The course is grounded in a study of Thomas Aquinas on natural law, and proceeds to examine discussions by Hobbes, Locke, Kant, Fuller, and Hart. Same as PHIL 4163 /LAWU 4163 .
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REL 4203 Resistance, Rebellion, and Death: The Ethics of Violence
(3 hours)
Moral and political inquiries into the just use of coercive force. Topics include pacifism, punishment, revolutionary violence, and the just war traditions, both secular and theological.
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