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Catalog Description :
This course provides the opportunity to experience a major religious tradition through a one- or two-week field experience accompanied by a professor. Class members will visit significant historical and contemporary sites and meet with practitioners during a break between terms. Students must register for the course in the term prior to travel and in the subsequent term, when they will complete a project. Travel program fee plus airfare.
Topic for Fall 2017: Buddhism in Nepal
This travel course examines religion and culture in Nepal, focusing on Buddhism. During fall term, students will study Nepali culture and Tibetan Buddhism. In December, we will travel to Kathmandu, where students will study a Buddhist text under the guidance of a monk. We will also visit religous sites and engage with local organizations. Students will complete and present independent research during the winter term.
Attributes: GER Humanities Div, GER Global Diversity, 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Term |
Fall Term 2017 |
Instructors |
Constance Kassor |
Course |
RLST 291 |
Grade Mode |
Standard IP |
Title |
TOP: BUDDHISM IN NEPAL (G) |
Final Exam |
Arranged |
CRN |
5943 |
Status |
Active |
Class Time |
Arranged |
Start-End Date |
Sep 11, 2017-Nov 21, 2017 |
Campus |
Appleton Main Campus |
Units |
3 |
Course materials |
View Book Information |
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Maximum |
Number registered |
Enrollment: |
Unlimited |
8 |
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