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HU 110 MYTH, MAGIC, AND MYSTERY



This course investigates how diverse cultures have explained life’s mysteries in order to understand common human problems,values, and achievements. Students read the myths, legends, folk tales and holy books of diverse ethnic and cultural groups. Goals for the course include: learning about the traditional values and wisdom of others in the human continuum, and achieving a better understanding of our place within that continuum. Students work in teams and choose stories and cultures to research. They observe from cross-cultural and interdisciplinary perspectives, and produce written and audiovisual presentations of their findings. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 Credits.