Classes » SJPS 220, Spring 2014

Name

Social Justice and Peace Studies: Contexts of Contemporary Aboriginal Experience

Description

The object of this course is to acquaint students with a deeper understanding of the culture and historical faith experience of First Nations peoples in Canada, with a service trip to northern Canada. In this course students will receive: 1) an overview of the historical, cultural and social contexts of First Nations peoples; 2) a general survey of the social teaching of the Church, with special focus on the intersection of faith and indigenous culture; 3) a philosophy of service and volunteering and a theology of friendship.

Credits

3.0

Semester

Spring 2014

Instructor

John O'Brien, SJ

Schedules

(None)

Tuition

$651.00
This tuition applies to domestic full-time students. Tuitions for international, senior, and auditing students may vary.

Fees

(None)