9 courses with the subject REL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
REL 151Religion and the Arts3
This course examines how religious beliefs, values, and practices have inspired and shaped artistic expression in diverse cultures and faith traditions, investigating questions such as: How do spiritual themes emerge in artistic works? How has art been used to teach religious narratives? How have the arts contributed to devotional practices? From cave paintings to contemporary performance pieces, from chants to holy hip hop, the course demonstrates the mutual influence of religious traditions and artistic creativity across multiple genres and media. Meets General Education Category Thinking About Meaning.
A study of myth, ritual, and belief in religions of the world, the course pays particular attention to religions and philosophies of India, China, and the Near East. Meets General Education Categories Thinking About Meaning and Global Awareness; Global Studies Focus Area.
This course explores the complex history and evolving relationship between religion and science, addressing questions such as: What challenges arise when sacred texts and scientific theories contradict? Are religion and science fundamentally at odds, or can they be reconciled? Examining historical episodes such as the Copernican Revolution and Darwin’s theory of evolution as well as contemporary issues, this course provides an introductory survey of major religious concepts and scientific advancements that have shaped modern debates about the compatibility of faith and reason. Meets General Education Category Thinking About Meaning. 193
Religions hurt and religions heal. Some religious people and institutions actively promote flourishing while others engage in words and deeds that foster hostility and division. This course introduces an
This course explores fundamental questions and concepts surrounding ethics from both philosophical and religious perspectives. Students will engage with major ethical theories and texts from various philosophical traditions and world religions to develop a nuanced understanding of moral reasoning and ethical decision-making. Through critical analysis and thoughtful reflection, students will examine how these ethical frameworks shape our individual and collective values, behaviors, and societal norms. Meets General Education Categories Thinking About Meaning and Ethics, Justice, and Social Action; Social Justice Focus Area.
With releases of film versions of the Chronicles of Narnia, new generations of fans have been coming to appreciate the dramatic fantasy world created by C. S. Lewis. But the legacy of this writer involves far more than the magical lands visited through the wardrobe. Hence, this course explores C. S. Lewis’ life, his development as a person of faith, his writings as a popular theologian, and his science fiction, fantastic, and allegorical worlds beyond Narnia. Meets General Education Categories Literary Thinking and Thinking About Meaning; Holistic Wellness Focus Area.
From the roles of women in various world religions, to the relationship between sexuality and spirituality, to the impact of feminist theories upon theological reflection, this course examines a range of issues pertinent to the intersection of gender and religious studies. Meets General Education Categories Thinking About Meaning and Ethics, Justice, and Social Action; Environmental Connections, Social Justice Focus Areas.
