2009â2010 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor
2009â2010 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor
2009â2010 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor
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<strong>Concordia</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>Ann</strong> <strong>Arbor</strong> 2009–2010 <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong><br />
REL242 Biblical Literature II - New Testament credits: 3<br />
The New Testament text, and the world behind it, and the principles for interpreting this religious literature are studied to<br />
determine its historical meaning and contemporary applications. Prerequisite: BIV131<br />
REL303 Foundations of Christianity credits: 2<br />
Introduces the foundations of the Christian faith and Luther's explanation of the Christian life. Particular emphasis is given to the<br />
proper distinction between Law and Gospel. (ADP)<br />
REL305 Faith, Values & Leadership credits: 2<br />
Integrates the dimensions of faith and the resultant values that influence behaviors, decision-making, and effectiveness of leaders.<br />
Christian beliefs and doctrines will be reviewed for their impact on leadership, followership, and service. (ADP) Prerequisite:<br />
REL303<br />
REL321 History of Christian Thought credits: 3<br />
An historical survey of Christian thought, placed in the context of the Church's history, from the second century into the 20th<br />
century. The course examines the issues, events, and personalities in the ancient, medieval, Reformation, and modern periods.<br />
Prerequisites: REL241 & REL242<br />
REL330 World Religions credits: 3<br />
This is a study of the major non-Christian religions, their terms, texts and religious beliefs. Points of contact or conflict with basic<br />
Christian affirmations are discussed. Prerequisites: REL241 & REL242<br />
REL356 Biblical World (w) credits: 3<br />
Students will study the geography, literature, culture and religions of the ancient world in order to gain a greater appreciation of<br />
the text and message of the Christian Bible. Prerequisites: ENG101 & REL241 & REL242<br />
REL430 Persons Bible/Church History credits: 3<br />
The course will focus on the historical setting, life and work of various important persons of the Bible or church history. The<br />
specific person or persons for each offering of this course may vary and will be announced. Prerequisites: BIV132 or (REL241 &<br />
REL242)<br />
REL441 Christian Ethics (w) credits: 3<br />
Current ethical issues are researched and discussed in light of the Biblical perspectives. Comparisons are made with finds and<br />
alternatives set forth by professionals in various fields. Prerequisites: ENG101 & Junior standing<br />
REL445 Ethics & Leadership credits: 2<br />
Develops an understanding of the values that undergird the essential elements of and the mechanisms for establishing an ethical<br />
leadership environment. (ADP) Prerequisites: REL303 and REL305<br />
REL483 Senior Project credits: 1<br />
Students combine research and practical implementation of theories and concepts to develop an individual project. Prerequisites:<br />
Senior standing & instructor's permission<br />
SOC101 Introduction to Sociology credits: 3<br />
This course provides a systematic analysis of basic sociological concepts: culture, society, socialization, social processes, social<br />
control, social institution and social change.<br />
SOC211 Social Problems credits: 3<br />
Some major social issues in contemporary America: crime and delinquency, addiction, racial and ethnic problems, various<br />
personal problems, and other social disorganization problems are discussed. Prerequisite: SOC101<br />
SOC321 Cultural Anthropology credits: 3<br />
Students explore the interplay of natural environment, social organization and culture. Emphasis is on the diverse ways that<br />
ethnicity emerges as various human groups adjust to locale in which they live. Prerequisite: SOC101<br />
SOC333 Families in Society credits: 3<br />
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of families within the ecological contexts in which they<br />
exist. Student will connect their own experiences with family to new information and perspectives in order to broaden their<br />
understanding of the role of family within society as a whole. Prerequisite: SOC101<br />
SOC345 Adulthood & Aging credits: 3<br />
This course focuses upon multiple disciplines in order to better understand adulthood and aging in our society. Prerequisite:<br />
SOC101<br />
SOC355 American Racial & Cultural Minorities credits: 3<br />
Explores racial and cultural minorities in the modern world with particular references to U.S. racial myths, doctrines, and<br />
historical movements; conflict and accommodation; with proposed solutions to ethnic conflict.<br />
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