REL 504.001

Religious Studies as History, Discipline, & Field

M | 3:30-5:50

MA 210

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This recommended section of our graduate special topics course surveys the origins, objects of study, and pivotal thinkers that scholars often highlight when outlining the historical development/current shape of Religious Studies.

By course end, each student will narrate the study of religion in light of their own research interests. To enroll you must obtain a permit from the main office.

Richard Newton

  • Office hours: 

    Monday through Friday by appointment.

  • (205) 348-5271
  • rwnewton@ua.edu
Comparative Religion: A History, by Eric J. Sharpe
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