Religion and Politics

Three credits · Undergraduate

An examination of the impact of religion on politics and politics on religion. Students will consider the relationship between religion and politics in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia and North America. Case studies will demonstrate interactions between the state and Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, and other religions. Credit will be granted for only one of RELS 336, RELS 295, or PSCI 295. Cross-listed as PSCI 336. Three credits. Offered 2026-2027 (online).