Course Catalog - 2011-2012

     

RELI 311 - RELIGION AND HIP HOP

Long Title: RELIGION AND HIP HOP CULTURE IN AMERICA
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Hip Hop culture has changed how life is discussed and conducted. However, one of the under-explored dimensions of Hip Hop culture involves its religious sensibilities. Using lectures, discussions, films, and video presentations, this course explores Hip Hop culture's religious dimensions through its musical language-rap music. Credit may not be received for both RELI 157 and 311. Equivalency: RELI 157. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for RELI 311 if student has credit for RELI 157.