A study of the dynamic nature of socio-cultural systems in an increasingly interconnected, “globalizing” world. This course briefly introduces the development of anthropological theory and the methods of its research. It then explores some of the diverse and constantly changing patterns found in human societies in, for example, the organization of kinship and economic, political, social, and religious systems.

This course is a literature survey with a composition component. Most of the literary periods are represented—medieval, Renaissance, 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries—as well as the major genres (drama, poetry, and prose). Works are selected from British and Canadian literature.

A study of the church in the Roman and medieval worlds from the first through the 16th centuries, this course includes topics such as the expansion of Christianity, the development of doctrine and struggle against heresy, the establishment of Christendom and the rise of the papacy and monasticism, the decline of the Roman Empire, the Dark Ages, the contribution of the Celtic church, the papacy, the Crusades, the Renaissance, medieval monasticism and mysticism, Scholasticism, and the beginning of the Protestant Reformation.

This course, a study of the church in the modern world from the 17th through 20th centuries, includes topics such as the Reformation, the Counter-Reformation, Puritanism, Pietism, the first and second Evangelical Awakenings, the development of liberalism and fundamentalism, and recent movements in ecumenism.

The spread of Christianity around the world in the last few centuries is based on both the missionary activity of the Western churches and the growth of indigenous churches that were initially the recipients of missionary activity. In exploring the history of this growth, this course examines the missionary enterprise of the Christian church in the broader context of the imperial and colonial ambitions of European states. Concurrently, it looks at how the recipients of the Christian message appropriated and transformed it, creating dynamic new expressions of the Christian church. The relationships between the emerging indigenous churches and the missionaries, mission agencies and the colonial regimes are studied along with the interaction of the indigenous churches with their own cultural and political contexts.

This course introduces students to the principles of a balanced Christian world view. World view principles established in class are applied to a selection of issues in the natural and applied sciences, humanities, and social and behavioural sciences.

This course integrates biblical and general studies, examines the philosophical and historical bases for various world views, and assists each student in developing and articulating a comprehensive world view.

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the theoretical foundations useful for learning any world language and how learning a language is essential to understanding a people group. The course consists of an overview of the nature of human language and a description of the systems we use to analyze language. Topics for understanding the language include phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics as well as aspects of language acquisition in non-instructed settings including strategies for language learning. In addition, students also look at how language fits into a bigger picture as they study the relationship between language and society. The course does not focus on any one language, but rather provides examples from a number of different languages to show the commonalities and variations that exist.

Modern language electives are offered subject to the availability of qualified instructors. Students learn basic language skills including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Languages of study have included German and Portuguese in past years.

An introduction to the study of the individual in society. The course includes an historical overview of the discipline and nature of sociology in general with special emphasis on social processes.

HIS 251 History of Islam I
After the death of the Prophet Muhammad, Arab armies rapidly conquered territories from India to Spain and developed thriving cultures in the centuries that followed. This course examines the origin of Islam and the development of key Muslim institutions such as the Qur’an, the Hadith, the Shari‘ah, Sufism, and Muslim theology. It traces the rise and fall of successive Muslim regimes to the fall of Baghdad during the Mongol invasions in the 13th century.

HIS 252 History of Islam II
The situation in the Muslim world today can be more fully understood in the light of historical developments of the past few hundred years. This course begins with the rise and decline of the major Muslim powers in the medieval period—the Ottomans in the Middle East, the Safavids in Persia, and the Mughals in India. The impact of European colonialism and modernism on Muslim thought and institutions in the 19th century is also studied. The course concludes with an examination of the subsequent developments including the violent manifestations in recent years.

SOC 396 Urban Sociology
Through a study of the structure of urban community, growth of cities, and special problems associated with urbanization, this course examines the effects of these issues on the major institutions of society.

MLG 194 Modern Language Elective II
Modern language electives are offered subject to the availability of qualified instructors. Students learn basic language skills including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Languages of study have included German and Portuguese in past years.

A study of the mission and message of Jesus as viewed from the perspective of one or more of the four evangelists with special emphasis on developing interpretive skills and an introduction to current issues in gospel studies.

This course provides an overview of the Old Testament, emphasizing its theological, historical, and literary dimensions.

This course focuses on the nature of personal and corporate spiritual growth. A study of the Bible’s teaching about conversion serves as the foundation for an investigation of the classic spiritual disciplines.

An introduction to the basic teachings of the Christian faith, this course includes discussions of the nature and task of theology and of the Christian understanding of God, revelation, creation, spiritual powers, and sin.

A continued study of the basic teachings of the Christian faith, exploring a Christian understanding of Christology, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and the future.

A foundational course that includes both an introduction to basic hermeneutical theory and an emphasis on developing interpretive skills.

BT 304 Acts
A study of the Acts of the Apostles with special attention devoted to its theology, its portrayal of the origin, development, and mission of the apostolic church, and its literary relationship with the Gospel of Luke.

BT 454 Integrative Biblical Studies elective
This course integrates biblical research with one or more other academic discipline in order to address current cultural, social, or ethical issues.

GS 403 Specialized Study (offered on demand)
This course is based on the interest and abilities of the student and faculty. Supervised study may be arranged in the classroom, small group, or in the form of individual research in an area of specialization in Global Studies.

An introduction to the ministry of the church in all of its functions: worship, equipping, fellowship, and evangelism. The course includes a study of the structure, leadership, and objectives of the various ministries of the church with special attention given to the role of the laity in all aspects of church ministry.

This course provides a biblical basis for mission. It explores some of the biblical, historical, and contemporary examples of thinking about what it means to follow Jesus Christ and point others to him in fulfillment of the Great Commission. It further teaches what it means to represent Jesus Christ sensitively and effectively in cultures other than our own.

The primary purpose of this course is to assist students in the development of a theological understanding of worship as it relates to the Bible and Christian practice over the past 20 centuries. Current worship trends are evaluated in light of this study. The course includes discussion regarding the implications for personal and corporate worship.

This course challenges students nearing the completion of their undergraduate studies to integrate and solidify what they have learned about the nature of the gospel, the church, and its mission around a commitment to living out the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. Building upon a historical and theological perspective, the course focuses on what it means for North American believers, corporately and individually, to be thoroughly missional in the increasingly multicultural and post-Christian context of the twenty-first century, and on how students envision their part in light of their own personal gifts and calling.

An introduction to interdisciplinary perspectives on Christian mission. This course introduces the biblical foundations of mission, provides an overview of mission history, examines some of the challenges that flow from the cross-cultural nature of this task, and considers aspects of current thinking on mission strategy.

This course is a study of the principles of social anthropology and cultural dynamics as they relate to establishing cultural contact. Within this setting, discussion focuses on developing effective strategies for understanding and communicating across cultural barriers.

An exploration of the phenomenon of globalization in terms of current realities of economic integration, geopolitical shift, and cultural transformation. The diverse theoretical interpretations of these global changes as well as their implications for Christian mission will be examined.

An opportunity for students to conduct an ethnographic study during the Global Studies Internship. Students take on the role of participant-observers. They choose a specific social setting, record field notes, conduct interviews, analyze the data collected, and report their findings in a written ethnographic account.

This course presents a study of the history, founders, practices, and main doctrines of the major non-Christian religions, including Animism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Shintoism. Eastern and Western religious trends and their synthetic expressions are examined.

An examination of current issues in the church's mission, including the nature and significance of recent calls for incarnational mission and contextualization as well as the implications of the fact that Christianity's center of gravity is increasingly in the South and East rather than in the North and West.

The Global Studies Internship allows students to begin the process of integrating classroom learning with field experience under the supervision of qualified and experienced mentors. Prerequisites: ANT200 Cultural Anthropology, GS200 Intercultural Communication, CMC210 Theology of Mission, LIN300 Language Acquisition and Analysis, GS301 Globalization.
Note: The B.A. in Global Studies: TESOL degree requires the completion of a degree-specific internship. All internships need to be approved in advance by the appropriate program coordinator. The internship program is offered to college students who have completed 60 credit hours or more and have been accepted into the degree program.

The Global Studies Internship allows students to begin the process of integrating classroom learning with field experience under the supervision of qualified and experienced mentors. Prerequisites: ANT200 Cultural Anthropology, GS200 Intercultural Communication, CMC210 Theology of Mission, LIN300 Language Acquisition and Analysis, GS301 Globalization.
Note: The B.A. in Global Studies: TESOL degree requires the completion of a degree-specific internship. All internships need to be approved in advance by the appropriate program coordinator. The internship program is offered to college students who have completed 60 credit hours or more and have been accepted into the degree program.

This course provides a forum for students to reflect on and articulate what they have learned during their crosscultural internship. Students present a report of their ethnographic studies.

A practical, weekly ministry assignment in evangelism, discipleship, church-related ministry, or community service, combined with evaluative written work. Opportunities with all age groups are available in both church and nonchurch settings.

A extended, practical involvement in a cross-cultural setting, providing opportunity for reflection on the challenges of developing relationships in a new cultural context and of understanding its inner dynamics.

A extended, practical involvement in a cross-cultural setting that provides opportunity for reflection on the challenges of developing relationships in a new cultural context and of understanding its inner dynamics.