Transition & Transformation

Catalog description

Taught by JST. "The only constant is change." This course will examine the experience of transition from the perspective of the Christian tradition, the human sciences, and contemporary spirituality. Students will be encouraged to reflect upon the transitions they have experienced/are experiencing in their own lives. The class will unfold in three parts: 1) A look at the lived experience of transition in the lives of two representative persons. 2) Analysis of the process of transition from the viewpoint of psychology and theology; and 3) How might we sustain transformation in our lives. Both personal and cultural transformation will be considered. Evaluations based on short reflection papers, a presentation, and an 8-10 page final paper. This course is open to students in all programs. [Faculty Consent required; 15 max enrollment; Auditors with Faculty permission]