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Fall 2012

WYH1010HF - History of Christianity I (to AD 843)
From the subapostolic age to the "Triumph of Orthodoxy" in the East and the Carolingian revival and Treaty of Verdun in the West. Geographical expansion of the church; the relation of Christian faith to cultural settings and other religions; the development of doctrinal and ethical positions; forms of Christian life and worship; the rise of Islam. Class participation, course portfolio, one short essay, and two other academic exercises (choice of reading notes, short papers, weekly quizzes, final exam, etc.).
Schedule: Wednesday, 19:00 to 21:00
Instructors: Alan L. Hayes
Course Syllabus: Click here to see the course syllabus
Other Information: First Semester · One Credit


Winter 2013

WYH2311HS - History of Missions and Development  - CANCELLED 2012/12/07
Outlines the history of Christian missions from its beginnings in Pentecost to the end of the 20th century, followed by area studies of Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Europe, and concluding with a consideration of the transition from missions to development to post-development. Short papers and collaborative internet project.
Schedule: Thursday, 9:00 to 11:00
Instructors: Thomas P. Power
Course Syllabus: Click here to see the course syllabus
Other Information: Second Semester · One Credit · Crosslisted to: Theological


WYH5001HS - Historiography
Studies in the theory of history and methods of historical study and writing, related mainly to Christianity. Required of all AD students in the History Dept. Discussions in class (10%) and on-line (30%) of select historical works representing diverse approaches and interests; two short class presentations; two mid-length papers (30% each).
Schedule: Wednesday, 11:00 to 13:00
Instructors: Alan L. Hayes
Course Syllabus: Click here to see the course syllabus
Other Information: Second Semester · One Credit