BBL-2033 Evangelical Theology
Instructor: James McKeown
Essentials of Evangelical Theology challenges students to examine and explore together Christianity's essential doctrines by introducing them to theology's historical context and helping them practice theology as a lifelong response to God's call to live for Christ.
BBL 2043 - Christian Formation
Instructor: Helene Steed
With an emphasis on the Irish context, Essentials of Christian Formation challenges students to embody their faith while assessing God’s call to live for Christ. The assignments are designed to help students develop lifelong Christian spiritual practices and habits that help them love God and others.
ICS 2113 - Intercultural Communication
Instructor: Christopher Steed
This is a study of interpersonal communication in one’s own culture and the principles of effective communication within another cultural context. Attention is given to values, ethnocentricity, nonverbal communication, and change.
ART 2163 - Irish Art & Culture
Instructor: Ross Wilson
This course studies Irish art forms such as painting, sculpture, architecture, and film. Special attention is given to the connection between art forms and Irish history and culture. As part of the Irish Studies Program, it combines academic coursework with visits to important cultural sites in Ireland and guest lecturers from contemporary artists.
EGL 3043 - Irish Literature
Instructor: Ian Dickson
This course provides an overview of Ireland's literary history, examining selected works of writers William Butler Yeats, Oscar Wilde, George Bernard Shaw, James Joyce, C.S. Lewis, and others. Creative writing is emphasized.
POL-3223 Peace/Conflict Reconciliation (Spring only: Required for all spring students)
Instructor: Billy Stevenson
An introduction to the basic principles and strategies of conflict transformation through a 'place as text' and 'people as text' study of the conflict in Northern Ireland. Attention is given to George Mitchell's involvement in the Northern Ireland peace process. Students learn the historical development of the conflict in Northern Ireland, interact with people involved in the conflict, and apply their knowledge of the conflict and reconciliation process in Northern Ireland to conflict transformation in a global context. Attention is given to Christians' role in peacemaking, beginning in their local communities and extending to countries across the world. Meets the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the Core Curriculum.
INT 4103 Global Environment of Business
Instructor: Paddy Roche
This course will provide an overview of the relationship between multinational enterprises and the environment in which they compete. Emphasis will be placed on understanding cultural contexts and informal and formal institutions that shape the global environment.
BBL 4483 - Selected Topics: CS Lewis (Fall only: Required for all fall students)
Instructor: Scott Jones
This course provides an in-depth exploration of C.S. Lewis's life, faith, and writings. Through close readings of selected works, we will analyze Lewis's style and technique and his use of literary devices to convey his ideas. Students will also consider Lewis's enduring legacy and influence on contemporary Christian thought and his ongoing relevance to wider cultural debates on religion, literature, and philosophy.
