RELG 102 Exploring Religion (3 credits)

Religion 102: Exploring Religion

Welcome to Religion 102: Exploring Religion. This course will help you explore religious variations across the globe, trace the history and beliefs of religious groups, and uncover the religious and demographic makeup of local neighborhoods. You will also be introduced to various beliefs and practices of the world’s religions. Additionally, you will discover how religion relates to race, ethnicity, gender, sex, and sexuality, as well as how it connects to numerous social, political, and religious movements and issues. We will also briefly discuss how religion has both provoked and prevented social change.