ANTH 3570 - Religion, Culture, and the State

Crosslisted
(Also listed as REL 3570)

Goals: To introduce students to the sociopolitical and intellectual issues posed by the intersection of claims on and by people in the name of “religion,” “culture,” and “the state.” To investigate the contested relationship between modern nation-states and religions. To prepare sensitive and informed global citizens ready to apply their understandings to address issues of the day.

Content: Theoretical and methodological discussion, followed by case studies presented by guest experts and by students.

Taught: Alternate years

Prerequisite: ANTH 1160 or REL 1100 or GLOB 1910

Credits: 4