A scientific approach to the study of religions and cults, and their mechanisms for social control. What is a 'religion'? What is a 'cult?' What kinds of people are drawn to them? What function(s) do cults serve in society? What are the differences between cults, religions, and fandom? Should society be concerned about blurred lines between them?
Class Restrictions
Exclude: FR-First-Year; SO-Sophomore
Semester Offered
Alternate Spring