The study of religion as an academic discipline, including a selection of leading scholarly approaches to the investigation of religious phenomena. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: 9 credit hours in Religion.

A seminar supporting research projects in religion, primarily intended for seniors who are religion majors. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: for undergraduates, a signed Religion major with completion of REL 501. For graduate studies, permission of instructor.

Advanced study of selected topics using readings, discussions, lectures, and research as appropriate.

Study of nature and function of African-American sacred singing from spirituals to contemporary gospel. Singing will be examined in historical context with varied theoretical approaches. Prerequisites: a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college. No prior knowledge of music theory required.