Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026Class Size50 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2 · UCTCA Area UCTCA · UCTCA Area 3BDescriptionThis course introduces the academic study of religion with emphasis on the origin and functions of religion, religious experience, and major issues within the field of religious studies. Topics of study will include religion and society, the intersection between religion and gender, race, and violence, and the diverse components of religion (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, Cal-GETC-3B)Usually HeldTue 12:30pm–1:50pm 