AFST 33302 - Faith & AFAM Experience

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Africana Studies

Description:

This course will introduce students to the African American faith experience, with particular attention being given to the historical development of spiritualities of liberation in the American diaspora. Guest lecturers and seminar leaders will offer perspective on this rich and heterogeneous tradition from several vantage points within the humanities, social sciences, and theological disciplines. In addition to a course pack of selected readings, the PBS series, This Far by Faith: African American Spiritual Journeys, and its companion volume will constitute the required texts for the course. There will be seven class meetings of two hours each. The course will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Attendance at all class sessions, active participation in seminar discussions, completion of six short (i.e., 2 - 3 pages in length) weekly reflection papers, and a final examination are required.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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