from millenarian groups to the New Age, and their purpose and place in contemporary society. Offered in alternate years. 318 Blood Rites and Mystery Cults (CHC) (Cross-listed with GRS 318 and HIST 318) Ancient Roman religion was uniquely open to foreign influence while respecting its own customs. This course will examine how the Roman people demonstrated this quality as they adopted or adapted new religious ideas and traditions from the beginnings of the Roman monarchy in 753 BCE to the fifth century CE. Offered occasionally. 325 Lost Books of the Bible (IT, W) This course examines writings from antiquity that were omitted from the Bible such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, The Book of Enoch, and the Gospel of Thomas and considers the complex reasons why these writings were omitted and what they might mean for us today. Offered in alternate years. 341 Religious Tolerance and Pluralism (AV) (Cross-listed with PHIL 341) In the contemporary world, religious differences are a major cause of conflict. How are we to contend with these differences? This class debates various arguments about tolerance and pluralism such as whether or not Jews and Christians are morally obligated to adapt their religious world-views to these principles. Offered in alternate years. 342 Judaism through the Ages (IT, W) (Cross-listed with PHIL 342) A survey of the varied nature of Judaism focusing on history, theology, philosophy, and politics. Subjects covered will include the Hebrew Bible, Second Temple Judaism, Rabbinic theology, Maimonides, the Haskala (Jewish Enlightenment), Hasidism, Zionism, and the diversity of contemporary Judaism. Offered in alternate years. 343 American Jewish Thought (IT) (Cross-listed with PHIL 343) How have developments in history, philosophy, science and especially the multicultural nature of society in the twentieth and twenty-first century U.S., shaped Jewish self-understanding? Of particular interest are the contested issues of Chosenness, the meaning of God, ethnicity, and religious observance. 370 Advanced Topics in Religion Investigation of selected topics in textual studies, contemporary religious thought, or the history of religions intended for more advanced students and students with previous study in religion. May be repeated if subject matter is different. See current Program of Classes to determine if this course fulfills general education requirements. Offered occasionally. 397 Internship in Religion Students may arrange internships on an individual basis in areas related to religious and social agencies. May be repeated in a different area for a maximum of two units. Prerequisite: Two other courses in religion or consent. Will not satisfy University general education requirement. Offered each semester. 450 Independent Study Designed to allow students to develop individual interests. Prerequisite: one course in religion and consent of instructor. May be repeated if subject matter is different. Offered each semester. 490 Senior Seminar in Religion Arranged in consultation with individual members of the Religion Department. Student will select a topic and conduct research toward a substantial paper while participating in a guided study of methods in religion. Prerequisites: senior standing, Religion majors only. Offered each fall. 491 Senior Honors Research Project Arranged in consultation with individual members of the Religion Department. Continuation of research conducted in Religion 490, emphasizing original research and leading to the completion of a research honors project. Prerequisites: 490, Research Honors candidacy. Offered each spring.
SOCIAL SCIENCES At Illinois Wesleyan, the social sciences include educational studies, history, political science, and sociology.
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