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Class number:
2314
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Title: Introduction to Buddhism |
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Department: Religious Studies |
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Career: Undergraduate |
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Component: Lecture |
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Session: Regular |
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Instructor's Permission Required: No |
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Grading Basis: Regular |
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Units: 1.00 |
| Enrollment limited to 39 |
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Current enrollment: 36 |
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Available seats: 3 |
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Start date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 |
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End date: Friday, May 9, 2025 |
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Mode of Instruction: In Person |
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Schedule: MW: 8:30AM-9:45AM, MECC - 220 |
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Instructor(s): Kerekes, Susanne |
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Prerequisite(s): None |
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Distribution Requirement: Meets Humanities and Global Requirements |
Course Description:
This is a beginner's guide to Buddhism. In the first half of the course, students will learn about the tradition's history, development, geographic spread across Asia, and core concepts. Some key doctrines that influenced its philosophy and intellectual history are also covered. We then explore some popular practices of Buddhism throughout Asia, from its early days to contemporary times. |