Theological Perspectives
They may be used to fulfill:
a.) an upper-division theology requirement for the theology major or minor, or
b.) the University core requirement for upper-division theology and/or the integrated core discipline (if applicable), or
c.) a CAS upper-division elective, if and only if a student has previously completed all 9 hours of the University core theology requirement. See University core requirements.
d.) an upper-division requirement in a major other than theology, if allowed by that major. (Students should consult their major advisors.)
This course surveys issues of suffering and death from biblical, systematic, and ethical perspectives of Theology, as well as psyco-social, legal, and ethical perspectives of the health care profession, especially nursing. Focus is on exploring the human experience of loss and the many dimensions of grief employed in dealing with loss.
3
Prerequisites
THE 101 or
THE 105,
THE 205
This course investigates the relationship between theology and science, the science of ecology and the related field of environmental science, the major aspects of our current environmental crisis, the underlying historical and social reasons for this crisis, and current attempts to reformulate Christian theology from the perspective of ecology. This course also explores possible solutions for a sustainable future.
3
Prerequisites
THE 101 or
THE 105,
THE 205
Cross Listed Courses
ENV 482
This course explores conflict through a biblical, theological, and social scientific lens. Using the biblical text, topical readings, and conflict theory, the course examines intrapersonal and interpersonal conflict, and provides opportunities to explore a variety of conflict mediation and negotiation skills aimed at developing just and transformative relationships for life in a complex world.
3
Prerequisites
THE 101 or
THE 105,
THE 205