SOC 242 - Muslims and Islamic Institutions in the United States

Institution:

William Paterson University of New Jersey

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Description:

This course examines the core of beliefs, practices, and institutions that are integral to Muslim life in the United States. Included are the bonds of Umman (Muslim community), the meaning of Muslim-American identity, the diversity of Muslim-American identity, the diversity of Muslim-American subcultures, and the struggles with the sometimes conflicting demands of assimilating into the U.S. society (Non-Western course).

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wpunj.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 720-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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