Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size30–35 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4A · CSU GE Area D1DescriptionExplores and analyzes, from a cross-cultural and comparative perspective, religious traditions in diverse cultural contexts with particular focus on the effects of globalization on religious beliefs and practices. Cross-cultural analysis of the concepts of magic, witchcraft, and religion. Examination of connections between the concepts of race, nation, and religion. Exploration of the above through ethnographic readings, class discussions, films, short papers, and a final research paper based on original fieldwork in a local religious or spiritual community.Usually HeldFri 9:45am–1:10pm, Fri 9:45am–12:50pm, Fri 9:45am–12:55pm 