Courses

A study of World War II, to include its origins, its military aspects, and the social, economic, political, and intellectual consequences of the conflict. The focus is on Europe, the United States, and Asia. Concurrent with 4070.

This course explores the Second World War in its global context from its origins to its conclusion. We will examine the causes, conduct, and consequences of the war, the personalities involved, and the influence the war has had on the modern world. Both the European and Pacific Theatres will be examined, as will the home front. Emphasis will be placed on the political, military, and social developments during the war.

The global conflict, or series of conflicts, from Manchukuo in 1931 to Tokyo Bay in 1945, with emphasis on battles on land and sea and in the air, life on the home fronts and in enemy-occupied areas, and the legacy of the war to future generations. Writing proficiency within this discipline is required for a passing grade in this course. PW: Global Engagement

This course explores the Black religious experience in the context of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It critically evaluates interdisciplinary knowledge, examines the history, theology, and practice of Christian worship, especially in Black SDA congregations, and the growth, content, methods, and designs of Black preaching.

This course draws on liturgical texts, classical authors and modern writers to develop a liturgically based understanding of the Christian moral life and to apply that understanding to selected ethical issues.

Study of musical, theological, pastoral, philosophical, and technological principles that inform public Christian worship. Application of principles through guided experience in worship planning and leadership.

This course explores the surprising and dynamic intersections between religious studies and the world of professional wrestling. This seminar examines how religion is represented in professional wrestling, how professional wrestling functions like something we could call religion, and how terms from professional wrestling might help us understand religion.

This course offers a comparative examination of responses by 20th century literary and visual artists to perceived social crises and challenges to American cultural values, such as sex in the early 20th century American city, working class struggles during the Great Depression, issues of atomic anxiety during the early years of the Cold War, the ethical dilemmas of the Vietnam War, the perils of the AIDS/HIV crisis, and the flourishing of contemporary consumer culture.

This course is a workshop focusing on the craft of writing as art and business. Attention is given to writing as a career option.

This course is designed to be a career pathway opportunity for students in the major. Students focus on deeper practices in professional publication.