HIS 103CNew Religious Movements
Course offers a deep exploration of New Religious Movements, both ancient and modern. How are New Religious Movements born? What determines whether they grow, thrive, or die? How do they interpret the past to create new theologies? Students read sources from a variety of movements, from the UFO-based Raelian movement to the Gnostic Church, alongside appropriate secondary literature. In teams, students also select a NRM to study in depth throughout the quarter and present their research at the end of the course.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | N. Sci Annex 103 | A. S. Kreps | Open 30/35 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Kreps | 5.0 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 100% | 7 |
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