Humanities Prospectus

Catalog description

This course combines humanities topics including art, religion, world history and U.S. history with the goal that students gain a greater understanding of how the humanities topics interact and impact the world around them. The course will survey world and United States history, broadly looking at politics, culture, economics, art and religious/philosophical accomplishments that have shaped our world today. Art – gain an appreciation for art, studying the concepts and artist’s work so that students improve one’s judgment and ability to understand art critically. Religion – Introduction to Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Students will examine the basic components of each faith, as well as the historical and cultural impact of each religion. World and U.S. History – surveying world and U.S. history in the areas of politics, culture, economics, and religious/philosophical accomplishments, covering the period from the Renaissance to the 20th century.