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Anthony J Gill
POL S 307
Seattle Campus
Explores the intersection of religion and politics in various regions of the world, including the United States, Europe, Middle East, Latin America, and other regions. Presents a historical perspective on religion alongside contemporary issues in religion, politics, and church-state relations. Offered: jointly with JSIS C 307.
Class description
This course explores the intersection of religion and politics in various regions of the world, including the U.S., Europe, Middle East, Latin America, and other regions. Presents a historical perspective on religion alongside contemporary issues in religion, politics, and church-state relations. Given the short, 10-week quarter system, we will not be able to cover every religious tradition. Instead of doing a superficial survey of religion and politics in each region of the world, we will focus most of our attention developing a theoretical framework based on the Christian world, then turning our attention to Islam in the last 2-3 weeks.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Recommended preparation
Texts: Books used include: Stark, For the Glory of God; Kuru, Secularism and State Policies Toward Religion; Kuran, Islam & Mammon; Berman, Radical, Religious, and Violent.
Class assignments and grading
Assignments include two short analytical papers and a final exam. Grading criteria subject to change prior to the first day of class.
