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3.00 Credits
A survey of the history of women in the Islamic world from the advent of Islam up to modern times that provides a broad sense of the religious, cultural, and political roles played by women in Muslim societies. Theoretical questions about the concept of gender, the validity of focusing on gender in trying to understand societies, and the particular issues raised by the study of women and gender in the Middle East and North Africa will be addressed. Last, Islamic feminism, its historical development, and the dilemmas faced by women in asserting themselves as legitimate voices in the contemporary Islamic world, including Muslim women in the United States and Europe will be examined. Prerequisite: one course in RELG, WGSX, or consent of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
A comparative study of select religious themes across religious traditions. Examines various approaches to the sacred in comparative perspectives and emphasizes religious practices as well as cultural locations of religious experiences. The following list indicates possible range of topics: "Mysticism"; "Fundamentalism"; "Pilgrimage"; "Sacred Spaces"; "Filmic Representation of Religion"; "Piety and Devotion." Themes will vary from year to year. May be repeated for credit if topic is not repetitive. Prerequisite: RELG 110 and one additional course in religious studies, or consent of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
This course is an intensive study of a theme, thinker, topic or problem in religious studies. The topic chosen may vary from semester to semester. This course may be repeated for credit where the topic is not repetitive. This course fulfills either Content Area A, B, or C as appropriate and is approved to fulfill the requirements of the major or the minor in consultation with the department chair.
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3.00 Credits
A critical and systematic study of the Holocaust in historical perspective and the impact of this history on religious and moral thought and behavior. The reading of selected primary sources and the scholarly literature covers a variety of themes relevant to the understanding and interpretation of the Holocaust. Examining the European context and modern ideology is important for probing human behavior under extreme conditions. This course is cross-listed as HIST 390. Prerequisite: One course in religious studies or history, or consent of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A descriptive analysis of religious experience past and present, and an assessment of its validity. Also to be studied are such topics as the spiritual dimension of humanity (including human/earth relations, human/divine relations), reasons for believing in God, miracles, and the role of religion in different cultures. This course is cross-listed as PHIL 402. Students may receive credit for either course, but not both. Prerequisites: two courses in religious studies or philosophy.
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3.00 Credits
Analyzes the interpenetration between religious and ethical questions. The course will examine religious ethics in relation to such areas as the natural environment, gender, sexuality, race ethnicity, politics, economics, violence and social justice. Prerequisites: two courses in religious studies or philosophy.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
The student-initiated project will draw on and develop the understanding, analytic skills, and creativity of the student's previous academic work. The project may assume many forms, including cooperative efforts. The student will identify an area to be explored and articulate a method of inquiry or style of presentation appropriate to the subject matter. The project will also exhibit a student's reflection on the social context, body of pertinent literature, or the conceptual framework to which it is a contribution. It will be presented to the College community in a form agreed upon by both the student and his or her mentor. The subject of the project may be within religious studies or involve religious studies in cross-disciplinary study areas. The work is to be supervised by a faculty mentor. With the approval of the department chair, this requirement may be satisfied by a St. Mary's Project in another discipline or cross-disciplinary area. Prerequisite: approval of the faculty mentor and the department chair. Consult faculty mentor for project guidelines.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course consists of an independent creative or research project designed by the student and supervised by a science faculty member. The nature of the project, the schedule for accomplishment, and the means of evaluation must be formalized in a learning contract prior to registration. (See "Independent Study" under"Academic Policies" section.)
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3.00 Credits
A general examination of nutritional science which will include the detailed study of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, water, vitamins and minerals, and their importance in human development. Important nutritional problems and methods of assessing nutritional status will be presented. Individual papers will be assigned. Prerequisites: BIOL 106 and CHEM 106.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A variety of off-campus learning opportunities can be arranged through the director of internships. The off-campus internship is an individually designed experience that allows the student to explore the relationship between learning in the classroom and the practical application of knowledge in everyday work situations. Prerequisites: Admission to the Internship Program and approval of the academic adviser and natural science committee. (See "Internships"under "Academic Policies" section.) Credit/Nocredit grading.
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