American Religion

(4 Credits)

Religious diversity has long been a defining feature of the American landscape. It has also long been perceived as a threat by the nation’s most powerful religious actors. This course will examine the history of religious diversity, religious freedom, and religious oppression in the United States. Along the way, we will explore the deep entanglements of religion, race, and politics in the nation’s past and present. Special attention will be given to the role of religion in conflicts over colonization, immigration, slavery, and sexuality.