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Finding Meaning and Purpose at the American University: A History

In this course, students explore the place of religion in the 21st century university through an historical lens. Through readings, discussion, and essays, students examine the radically changed place of religion in the American college and university; tensions from the past that are reflected in 21st century higher education (such as perceived tensions between religion and science); and the historical reasons for the development of the role of "college chaplain”.

Course #
HSED-GE 2108
Credits
3
Department
Applied Statistics, Social Science, and Humanities