Sowing the Seed is a student-scholar digital magazine that models enriched conversation on the issues too important not to talk about. Contributors come from across the humanities and social sciences, sharing their insights in the interest of making the academic far less academic. Richard Newton, PhD, Curator of Sowing the Seed. Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, … Continue reading Meet our Team
FYS 100 Watching the Watchmen: A Study in Modern Mythology
This course uses the graphic novel Watchmen to raise questions about what makes people tick—specifically what moves humans to act meaningfully. By watching how this layered and larger-than-life drama plays out, we will gain a better understanding of the human condition and the part we might play. Each participant will create personae to exemplify their … Continue reading FYS 100 Watching the Watchmen: A Study in Modern Mythology
REL 321 The Bible and Race in the USA
In the journey to become American, communities find themselves having to contend with the Bible and race. The manner of the intersections and negotiations may vary, but the connection is consistent part of the nation's history. This seminar examines the relationship between these two discourses in the American experiment, giving special attention to how the Bible has … Continue reading REL 321 The Bible and Race in the USA
REL 331 Ethnicity, Gender, and Religion
This seminar looks at the social ramifications of attempts to transcend the human tradition.
REL 293 Islam
The Arabic term, Islam, connotes peace and submission. As a religion, Islam describes humanity’s struggle (jihad) to rest in God’s (Allah) peace. The course will explore the sights, sounds, and social sensations that have emerged over the religion’s 1400-year history. Students will reflect on what unites and divides its 1.6 billion followers worldwide. There is no denying that the events of … Continue reading REL 293 Islam
