REL 312/585 - Spiritual Models of Social Action

Institution:

Naropa University

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Description:

A study of historical and contemporary figures who exemplify the spiritual ideals of nonviolent social action, tracing their unique ways of turning their personal challenges into nonviolent leadership. Drawing upon autobiography, biography, critical analysis and film as source material, students develop a personal dialogue with each of these activists, examining how inner and outer journeys join in spiritually based social activism. Activists studied include major historical figures such as Mohandas K. Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. as well as recent Nobel peace prize recipients such as Shirin Ebadi, Desmond Tutu and quasileaderless movements such as The Mothers of La Plaza de Mayo.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.naropa.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 444-0202

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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