NCTH 005 A Survey of Eastern Religions Course Description: While Western religions are traditionally more familiar to Americans, the practices and philosophies of Eastern religions are becoming more common and widespread. Here in Charlottesville, for example, we have Buddhist meditation centers, a Tibetan diaspora community and a Hindu ashram. This course will provide windows into these local and world traditions. Students will encounter sacred writings, film, music and other resources to provide an introduction to the traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto and eastern shamanism. Classes will combine lecture, short audio-visual presentations and plenty of critical thought and discussion. Prerequisites: Courses available for registration: Term Schedule Number Section Credit Hours Time Day Center Offering the Course Course Location Instructor Spring 2008 08116061 6061 0 1900 - 2100 M University Zehmer Hall Room B Carroll Ann Friedmann Session Dates: Jan 28 2008 - Mar 24 2008 Course Website: Notes and Comments: Registration begins on January 2, 2008. There will be no class on March 3 for U.Va. Spring Break. Program Contact: Jennifer Oppenheimer Textbook Information Tuition: $125 Register Now!