HIST 3712 Religion in American History
Introduces students to topics and traditions in US religion from pre-colonial times to the present including Puritanism, the Great Awakening, the Enlightenment, Revivalism, the rise of denominationalism, the emergence of sects and cults, African-American religion, and civil religion. Focuses on the roles of Protestants, Catholics, and Jews in American pluralistic society. Areas to explore are how religion is affected by politics, law, gender, economy, migration, and region.
Cross Listed Courses
HIST 5712,
RLGN 3712