The course examines religion in the American context regarding issues like secularization, the nature and the influence of sects (e.g., Mormonism, Pentecostalism), Protestant revivalism and televangelism, and the impact of non-Christian traditions (e.g., Buddhism, Islam). [Note: This course fulfills an Area 1B requirement for Religious Studies majors.] Prereq: SOC 101 or 120R(Cross-listed with RS 219)
