SOC 4620: Sects, Cults, and Violence (2026-2027)
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This course situates sects and cults as New Religious Movements (NRMs) within the social institution of religion. The course examines the diversity of these movements, making sense of them sociologically to understand how sects and cults emerge, how they differ from one another, and why some become violent. Typically offered: Spring.
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21757 |
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Jennifer McKinney
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M,W,F
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10:30AM-11:50 AM
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01/05-03/08
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Demaray Hall 359
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25 of 25 seats open
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Attributes: Upper-Division, Honors Course
Grade Modes: (Default) Normal Grading
Instructional Methods: Traditional
Note: Full Term
Prerequisites:
(SOC 1110: C- or better)
OR (HON 2000: C- or better)
OR (ANT 2250: C- or better)
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