Sociology & Philosophy of Rel

Religion from the perspectives of the behavioral sciences, especially sociology, and philosophy; the nature of religious experiences; higher states of consciousness (brought about by the use of drugs or other means); politics and religions; religion in the U.S. today; fundamentalism and electronic-media religions, ritual, belief and myth; faith and reason; problems of evil, death, salvation, immortality, and the existence of God. Cross-listed with PH/SO 305. Offered annually. Prerequisites: any 100-level Philosophy course and SO 200 or consent of instructor.