finalcatalog spring 2018

UW-WAUKESHA
WORLD RELIGION
Buddhist Studies Certificate
UW-Waukesha is proud to offer our Buddhist
Studies Certificate with instructor
Michael Mullooly! Students are able to
register for classes at their own pace, and
finish their certificate with the last class,
“Master Class in Buddhist Studies.” From
its roots in Asia twenty-five centuries ago,
Buddhism still exists as one of the major
spiritual forces today. Its compelling
insights into human existence offer an
ancient, yet relevant alternative to the materialism
of the modern age. The Buddhist
Studies program offers a solid grounding
in the Buddhist path. Knowledge of this
path can assist mental health workers, religious
professionals, artists, educators, and
wisdom seekers in their endeavors.
Courses:
Introduction to Buddhism
Buddhist Iconography
History of Zen Buddhism
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhist Literature
History of Buddhist Thought
Tibetan Buddhism
Master Class in Buddhist Studies
Introduction to Buddhism
Instructor, Michael Mullooly
Buddhism is a major spiritual force in the
world today. From its roots in Asia twenty-five
centuries ago, Buddhism has become
one of the fastest growing religions
in Europe and North America. Its compelling
insights into human existence offer
an ancient yet very relevant alternative to
the materialism of the modern age. The
objective of this course is to investigate
the origins and historical development of
Buddhism, as well as its current trends. This
course will explore Buddhism’s central, unifying
principles as well as its diverse forms,
from the esoteric rituals of Tantric Buddhism
to the minimalist refinement of Zen.
This course will also delve into Buddhism’s
most important sacred writings as well as
the sacred art inspired by the
Buddha and his teachings.
Class will meet every Wed, Feb 14-Mar 28
(no class 3/21), 6:30-8:30pm, $124
Save! Register early for $109
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NEW! Massive Meditation Be-In
Instructor, Michael Mullooly, MA
Calling all novices, experts, dabblers, meditators,
and graduates of any course in Buddhist
Meditation. Please join us for a one
night only meditation session. Return to
the source. This event is a chance to tune
in, turn on, and tune up your meditation
skill. Don’t let your practice rot; it needs
polish not tarnish. Revitalize this precious
art we all love and groove on the group
energy. Renew old friendships. Start new
ones. Be among like-minded companions.
Students of inactivity, this the place where
Buddhas are forged! Get out of your false
self and return to your true self— at least
for one evening. One requirement: Come
with an open mind. Be there or be square
at our Massive Meditation Be-In!
Class will meet every Wed, May 9, 6:30-
8:30pm, $35
Save! Register early for $29
World Religions as Personality Types
Instructor, Michael Mullooly
This course analyzes world religions according
to personality type. The template
for understanding is Carl Jung’s Psychological
Types (1921). Jung describes eight
types of human behavior. This course uses
his framework to show that world religions
behave in much the same way as people
do. Christianity and Islam are extraverted
in their behavior. Buddhism and Taoism
are introverted paths to the divine. Each
religion has a dominant personality trait as
well as a dark side. Integration of the shadow
brings balance to a religion. Repression
of the shadow causes warped behavior.
Dysfunctional religions do not contribute
to world peace.Only well-integrated
ones do. Roman Catholicism, for example,
exudes feelings of love and compassion,
especially to society’s least fortunate.
These extraverted feelings are balanced by
a strain of introverted thinking. Roman Catholicism’s
shadow shows up in its concern
for moral theology, especially hot-button
social issues like abortion, contraception
and homosexuality. When world religions
gain insight into their personality type
and integrate their shadows, they work
at optimal levels. This course explains the
whole process.
Class will meet every Tue, Apr 3-May 8,
6:30-8:30pm, $124
Save! Register early for $109
Don’t forget about
your Silver Dollar
Discount!
Masters Class in Buddhist Studies
Instructor, Michael Mullooly
For students completing the Buddhist
Studies Program, this seminar demonstrates
mastery over the field. Participants
will pass a test proving general knowledge
of Buddhist Studies, devise a specific
research topic in consultation with Michael
Mullooly, present the topic in class, and
hand in an original document of written
research results. Upon completion of the
course, a Certificate in Buddhist Studies
will be conferred.
Class will meet every Wed, Apr 11-May 2,
6:30-8:30pm, $169
Save! Register early for $149
Buddhist Meditation:
Theory and Practice
Instructor, Michael Mullooly
Zen Buddhism teaches that the goal and
the means are one and the same: when
you meditate, you are the Buddha. Meditation
is an internal discipline that quiets the
mind. Practiced by Buddhists for over 2,500
years, meditation leads to enlightenment.
The objective of this course is to establish
and stabilize your own practice of zazen or
“sitting meditation.” Ideal for the beginner,
we will emphasize zazen in its most basic,
practical aspects: posture, breath, sitting
in comfort. You will walk away from this
course trained in an ancient and beautiful
practice which is the physical expression of
enlightened wisdom.
Class will meet every Tue, Feb 13-Mar 27
(no class 3/20), 6:30-8:30pm, $124
Save! Register early for $109
Is God Still Relevant in Modern
Society?
Instructor, Dennis Roscoe, PhD
Throughout the history of humanity, gods
have played a key role plugging in the
gaps in our understanding of nature and
our place in the universe. We have relied
on God for the basis of our morality. The
question addressed in this course is this: in
our modern society, is God still relevant or
is Atheism an alternate choice? Atheism is
one of the least understood life choices in
the United States. This course will dispel
the myths associated with Atheism and
dive into the roots of its philosophy and
psychology. Examine the evidence for
the existence of the Judeo-Christian God.
Examine the issue of whether or not there
is a conflict between believing in God and
science. All beliefs and philosophies are
welcome to join this open discussion.
Class will meet every Thu, Feb 8-Mar 8,
6:30-8:00pm, $55
Save! Register early for $49
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