This course investigates the two major branches of Western thought: the Greco-Roman and the Judeo-Christian. The course begins by critically thinking about how history is “made,” reworked and transmitted, about oral culture, and how cultural identities emerge (ex. the Hebrews). Most of the course will be engaged with the ancient Greeks from the Archaic period […]
No single course can adequately address the richness and complexity of the cultures and societies of East Asia. However, this course will introduce students to important practices and concepts from a broadly humanistic perspective and offer a peek into what it might have been like to actually live in East Asia before widespread globalization. In […]
This course explores the interactions between Gods and humans in literature, art, and philosophy. We focus on critical questions, emotional struggles, and personal journeys that characterize interactions between humans and Gods. Special attention is given to the reasons why religious and secular people are interested in these interactions today. Using texts, films, and diverse works […]
Students are introduced to Indigenous perspectives and issues in Canada, and critical thinking about settler colonialism at home and abroad. Topics include colonization histories, identity legislation, residential schooling, child welfare, criminal justice, cultural resistance and self-determination.