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Philosophy and Religion

The Great Books

Ruben Garrote

Tues., Thurs., 2:00P-3:15P

This seminar will survey masterpieces of the Western Canon. The aim is to read them carefully and to appreciate them as works of art and works of memory. Students will discuss the major themes in these works as they relate to the human condition, and to their place in the great conversation about beauty, goodness, and truth that has taken place along the history of the Canon in the West.

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Food and Religion: The Table where God and Man Meet

Erica Del Riego

Weds., 6:25P-7:40P

In a world where food transcends mere sustenance, the act of sharing bread becomes a sacred ritual, bridging diverse cultures and beliefs. This course invites you to explore how the simple act of breaking bread is infused with profound spiritual significance across the three Abrahamic faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. As we knead dough and engage with ancient texts, students uncover the rich tapestry of connections that food fosters within our communities and faith traditions. Additionally, students will undertake three interview projects, encouraging them to explore the interconnectedness of food within each faith by interviewing a member of each tradition. Throughout the course, we will also interweave poetry from the Book of Psalms and Zabur, enhancing our understanding of the sacredness of bread in the context of faith.

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Visual Thinking

Gretchen Scharnagl

Mon., Wed., 2:00P-3:15P

An exploration of meaning in meaningless marks. This course is designed for those that are abundantly curious.

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The Cult of Baseball

Adam Gorelick

Tues., Thurs., 9:30A-10:45A

This course examines America's national game and its cultural impact, home and abroad. Older than the Civil War, baseball has ever since been inextricably tied to our nation's history: its growing pains, its triumphant joys, and its unique potential for what Walt Whitman described as "transcendental Union."

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Myth and Ritual in Film, Part 2

Adam Gorelick

Online

This course applies theoretical discussions of myth and ritual to the contemporary medium of film.

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Life After Death

Jennifer Houston

Wed., 2:00PM-4:30PM

This course invites you on a thought-provoking journey that delves into the multifaceted dimensions of what happens when we die, the ways we cope with death, rituals of celebration and remembrance, and the lasting imprints we leave behind. Death, a universal experience, is intertwined with cultural, ethical, and personal considerations that shape our understanding of life and its meaning. In this course, we will explore the diverse ways that religions, societies, and even businesses navigate the journey from life to death, examining the rituals, practices, and ethical considerations that accompany this profound transition.

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Artificial Realities

Joaquin Pedroso & Sean Hermanson

Tues., Thurs., 11:00AM-12:15PM

Students will engage with classic works and foundational theories concerning the question of reality and will become versed in contemporary debates on the issue to develop a nuanced understanding of conceptual approaches to reality and its various dimensions and registers. Topics to be covered include holistic understandings of reality and existence, truth, perception and perspective, the nature and role of science, mind and consciousness, reality in art and culture, the relationship between power and reality, the meaning of reality, universes and multiverses, technology, and virtual realities.

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Spiritual Abuse: A Novel Topic in Public Interest Law

Eric Isaac

Tues., Thurs., 12:30P-1:45P

The past several decades have seen a statistical decline in the number of people who claim to believe in God or who choose to participate in a religion. This course will explore the underlying philosophical causes for this shift as well as looking at how people of faith can possibly answer the challenges of modern atheism.

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