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2009–2010 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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