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Fall 2008

MCY 124        The Evolution of Jazz   A study of the origin, development, and styles of jazz music and its exponents.

MCY 131        The Understanding and Enjoyment of Music I    A non-technical introduction to the language, genres, media and forms of music, utilizing lectures, films, recordings and live performances. (Fall semester only)

MTC 110         Fundamentals of Music    Course is designed for students deficient in the knowledge of the basic fundamentals of music. Includes the study of notation, keys, scales, and chord construction. Credits do not count toward music degree requirements. (Non-music majors only)

PHI 101         Introduction to Philosophy   Problems concerning knowledge, mind, freedom, religion, and morality.   Reading and discussion of primary sources.

PHI 130         Contemporary Moral Issues   An examination of the philosophical problems which arise in connection with such moral and social issues as abortion, war, suicide, civil disobedience, racial discrimination, the death penalty, and the right to privacy.

REL 101         Introduction to Religion   An overview of religious perspectives concerning ultimate reality, humankind, and the world, with special attention to major Asian and Abrahamic religions.

REL 111        Introduction to the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament)   The history and literature of ancient Israel and early Judaism.

REL 151        Religion and Moral Choices   Religious responses to dilemmas raised by issues such as
capital punishment, biotechnology, abortion, euthanasia, and war.

REL 231       Jewish Civilization: Society, Culture and Religion  Introduction to Jewish Civilization from Abraham to present.  This course is writing intensive and is cross-listed with JUS 231. (Writing intensive)

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