REL 100.910
& 920 Introduction to Religious Studies
Independent Study
Online
Directed reading/independent study courses meet at times agreed upon by the instructor and student(s); speak with a professor with whom you hope to do such a course before obtaining permission to enroll.
This Core Humanities course examines the relationships between religion and human beliefs, practices, & culture; surveys debates in the history of the field, e.g., definition of religion, insider/outsider problem, & theories about the origins and function of religion. An ideal intro to the study of religion as carried out in a public university. HU INB
Open to Main Campus and Distance Learners.
This course is always offered online.
Faculty TBA
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