RS 205
Introduction to the Study of Religion (3)
A survey of the development of religion as a human response to the Sacred. Various approaches to the study of religion are introduced: historical, sociological, anthropological, and theological.
Special emphasis is placed on the symbolic and ritual aspects of religious expression, faith and belief.
Ursuline Studies Stage II World Culture satellite (WO).
RS 231
Religion in American Culture (3)
An examination of the religious traditions that have shaped American culture. This course provides an analysis of the religious pluralism that is identified with American life and values today. Ursuline Studies Stage II American Culture satellite (AM).
RS 255
History of Catholicism in America (3)
A survey of the development of the Roman Catholic community in the United States from 1492 until the present. Special emphasis is given to the social and cultural dimensions of this history and to the role of the laity in the church. Ursuline Studies Stage II American Culture satellite (AM).
RS 275 [A,B,C]
Topics in World Religions (3)
Courses in this area offer selected topics in the religious traditions of the Middle East, Asia, Native Americans and others. See course schedule for current offerings.
RS 311
Jesus: Divine and Human (3)
An exploration of the following topics: New Testament Christology; conciliar definitions and theological development; contemporary questions concerning the Jesus of history vs. the Christ of faith; Jesus' knowledge and his self-consciousness.
Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 312
Hebrew Scriptures (3)
A survey of Old Testament books, history, interpretation, and motifs in the light of modern biblical studies. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 314
Christian Scriptures (3)
An exegetical historical study of the Gospels, Epistles, Acts and Revelation with an emphasis on the experiences and faith beliefs of the early communities who wrote them. Application is made to contemporary Christianity. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 323
The Faith of Catholics (3)
A survey of the core beliefs of Roman Catholicism as these developed throughout the Church's tradition, with special emphasis on their contemporary impact. An introduction to theological methods is also presented. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 324
Contemporary Christian Thought (3)
A survey of the core beliefs of Christians as reflected in creedal statements with an emphasis on the theology of contemporary mainline Protestant and Catholic traditions. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 325
Fundamental Principles of Morality (3)
A consideration of the objective standards and personal dimensions of the moral life. Includes the sources of moral wisdom, methodology, formation of conscience, and human liberty. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 331
Sacramental Encounter with Christ (3)
The history and theology of the sacraments of the Catholic tradition with an emphasis on their expression in communal ritual celebrations.
Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 333
Nature and Mission of the Catholic Church (3)
A study of what the Roman Catholic Church says about itself in Vatican Council II (1962-65) and a consideration of events and writings since the Council as they affect the Church's self-understanding. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 342
History of Christianity (3)
A survey of the significant events that have shaped the development of Christianity from its origin to the present. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellite.
RS 360[A,B,C], 460[A,B]
Topics in Church and Society (3)
Courses in this area explore the relationship of the Church to the contemporary world in relation to social justice, ecojustice, liberation theology, human relationships, women in the church, etc. See course schedule for current offerings. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellites.
RS 366[A-G], 466[A,B,C]
Topics in Spiritual and Pastoral Theology (3)
Courses in this area address spirituality and pastoral themes related to Christian living, for example, marriage and family life, suffering and death, the spiritual journey, etc. See course schedule for current offerings. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellites.
RS 369[A,B,C], 469[A,B]
Topics in Scriptural Studies (3)
Courses in this area offer selected topics in various books and themes of the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures. Ursuline Studies Stage III Religious Studies satellites.
RS 288, 488
Special Topics (3)
An occasional course examining a particular aspect of religious studies not in the regular course of studies.
RS 351, 352
Reading Seminar (3)
An occasional course involved with reading, analysis, and discussion of selected works or topics.
RS 400
Special Workshop (1-3)
RS 460C
Religion and Violence (3)
Introduce students to the elements within religious systems that justify and motivate people to violence. It considers comparatively common indicators and specific expressions of religious violence, as well as topics such as gender and domestic violence as related to religion.
RS 461, 462
Independent Study (1-3)
Directed study and research on selected topics not offered as catalog courses. Approval of department chair required.
RS 475
Academic Internship (credit varies)
An off-campus learning experience to provide the student with the opportunities to relate academic and educational goals to learning experiences and situations beyond the limits of the classroom.
RS 490
Senior Research Project (1)
This independent study or internship experience provides the opportunity for graduating seniors to demonstrate their ability to integrate knowledge and skills acquired in the Religious Studies program. The project permits the students to focus on an area of particular interest to them.
RS 199, 299, 399, 499
External Learning Assessment (credit varies)
Measurable and verifiable learning which has occurred outside of the traditional classroom. Numerical designation indicates level of proficiency in the topic. Courses for which there is an exact Ursuline College equivalent are listed by the appropriate numerical designation. "PL" is listed before all course titles for which credit is granted through external learning assessment.
