African & African-American St - Arabic and Islamic Studies

Catalog description

An introduction to the study of Islam and the Arabic language in relation to Islamic cultures in Africa, the Mediterranean region, and beyond. Topics covered include the historical origins of Islam in relation to the Arabic language and its cultures of origin. This course is interdisciplinary, including attention to the topic from the perspectives of historical unfolding of both the language and religion, geographic and cultural perspectives, political and economic concerns, and aesthetic perspectives, including literature and the arts. Satisfies: Goal 3 Arts and Humanities (GE3H) , Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS)