Interdisciplinary (INTD)

The course will examine the nature of mass communication, its impact on social awareness and behavior, and its utilization in the formation and manipulation of public opinion from both the sociological and communication aspects. This course is not challengeable.

A comparative study of sacred song in selected world religions, affirming religion and music as universal expressions of human culture and civilization throughout history. Students critically examine ritual music in many worship traditions, including a critical review of their own religious musical practice.