Subject | Course | Section | Course Title | Course Description | Instructor | Files | Term |
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RS | 342 | 001 | Heresy and Religious Crises in Late Medieval Europe |
An exploration of the impact of social crises on late medieval religious modes of expression. Topics will include the Great Famine, the Black Death, the Avignon Papacy and Western Schism, the development of heretical movements, and the eventual disintegration of European religious unity. Cross-listed with HIST 304, MEDVL 304 |
HIST 304-MEDVL 304-RS 342_J.Komornicka_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 | |
RS | 180 | 081 | Love and Friendship |
A study of the significance of love and friendship in classical and contemporary religious writers. We will consider questions such as, "Why are friendship and love important for human living?" and "Is friendship with God a possibility?" |
Carolyn Whitney-Brown | Winter 2020 | |
RS | 150 | 001 | Christian Ethics |
An introduction to Christian ethical theory and practice and their implications for personal and social living. Case studies will investigate sexual morality, business and medical ethics, environmental issues, violence and non-violence, and family life. |
David Perrin | RS 150_D.Perrin_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 |
RS | 121 | 001, 081 | Evil |
How do the religions of the world define evil? How do they suggest it can be overcome? Classical and modern writers from Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism will be considered. |
David Seljak, Carmen Celestini | RS 121_D.Seljak_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 |
PSYCH | 357 | 001 | Psychology of Good |
What does it mean to "be good"? How does one "do good"? What makes "doing good" easier or harder? This course examines (1) the biological and psychosocial foundations of prosocial behaviour and (2) associated facilitators and obstacles at both interpersonal and organizational levels. Topics may include empathy, social responsibility, volunteerism, community intervention, activism, and heroism. |
Chris Burris, John Rempel | PSYCH 357_C.Burris and J.Rempel_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 |
PSYCH | 354 | 001 | Interpersonal Relationships |
A psychological analysis of social interaction and the dynamics of close relationships. |
John Rempel | Winter 2020 | |
PSYCH | 318 | 001 | Psychosexual Organization |
A detailed examination of concepts related to the formation of gender identity and psychosexual orientation. The nature-nurture debate will be explored as well as gay and lesbian identity and consciousness throughout the life cycle. |
BJ Rye | PSYCH 318_BJ.Rye_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 |
PSYCH | 315 | 001 | Psychology of Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood |
A study of the psychological processes in the second and third decades of human development. Consideration is given to such areas as identity formation and intellectual, emotional, and social growth. Current concepts, issues, and research are stressed. |
Maureen Drysdale | PSYCH 315_M.Drysdale_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 |
PSYCH | 312 | 001 | Learning Disabilities |
A critical examination of the concept of learning disability and of current issues in the assessment and remediation of learning problems. |
PSYCH 312_D.Glebe_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 | |
PSYCH | 232 | 001 | Psychology of Evil |
Psychological perspectives concerning definitions, causes, and consequences of institutional and personal evil, as well as symbols and interpretations of evil in both religious and secular contexts, will be considered. |
Chris Burris | PSYCH 232_C.Burris_Winter 2020.pdf | Winter 2020 |