RS 101

Why am I here? What is my purpose in life? Why do bad things happen to good people? Is there life after death? Questions regarding human origins and the meaning of human experiences have captivated minds for centuries. Often, the answers to these questions have taken religious shape and spurred the creation of a variety of religions around the world. This course will explore both historic and contemporary expressions of religious concern. Students will be introduced to major concepts in the study of world religion. Additionally, notions of God, faith, religious experience, and theological reflection across religions will be among the topics examined. This course fulfills the Religious Studies General Education requirement.