Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2009
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RELI 534 001 (CRN: 14288)
RELI & POLITICS IN AFRICA
Long Title: RELIGION AND POLITICS IN AFRICA
Department: Religion
Instructor: Bongmba, Elias K.
Meeting: 2:00PM - 5:00PM R (24-AUG-2009 - 4-DEC-2009)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Section Max Enrollment: 0 (permission required) Instructor Permission Required
Section Enrolled: 2
Enrollment data as of: 1-MAY-2024 6:01PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: The course explores religion and politics in Africa focusing on indigenous religions, Christianity, Islam, etc. Readings highlight historical developments, key documents in religion and politics, contemporary issues such as: religious freedom, separation of religion and politics, human rights, violence, race, gender, class, and the role of religion in reconstruction of public praxis. Recommended prerequisite(s): Basic reading ability in Tibetan. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for RELI 534 if student has credit for RELI 424.